STEM Teacher: Middle School

Benton Harbor Area Schools•Benton Harbor, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The STEM Teacher teaches and manages the overall STEM program for middle school students and provides opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities. The position is located at Fair Plain Middle School and reports to the Building Principal. The teacher develops and implements STEM program plans, delivers instruction responsive to students’ individual differences and learning needs, assesses student achievement, and maintains a safe and supportive learning environment. The role also includes organizing and supervising extracurricular activities and out-of-town events, communicating with students, colleagues, and parents, and maintaining required records. Performance is evaluated by the Building Principal. Salary is competitive and based on education and experience under Benton Harbor Area School Board policies and the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an appropriate secondary endorsement (6–12), or qualification for a full-year permit and the BHAS Teacher-in-Training Pathway.
At least two years of successful teaching experience.
Familiarity with virtual or online learning.
Ability to incorporate technology into instructional delivery.
Strong academic preparation and leadership ability.
Strong communication skills.
Proven ability to meet the challenges of an urban school district.
Commitment to equity and closing the achievement gap.
Ability to use data to pursue measurable improvements in student achievement.
Innovative problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork, and collaboration.
Clear oral and written communication with diverse stakeholders and courteous, responsive customer service.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear; close vision, distance vision, and depth perception are required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education.
Five years of successful teaching experience at the secondary level.

Responsibilities

Teach and manage the overall middle school STEM program.
Provide opportunities for student participation in extracurricular events.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Oversee booster club and club activities.
Use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to assess program effectiveness, support continuous renewal, and respond to student needs.
Develop and implement STEM program plans and maintain written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
Plan and use instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment suited to students’ learning styles and needs.
Conduct ongoing formal and informal assessments of student achievement.
Create a learning environment appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policies, and school regulations.
Regularly communicate relevant information about student progress and needs to students, colleagues, and parents.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee.