7-8 ELA Teacher

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wayne County Schools Employment Network is looking for Middle School ELA Teachers for The Dearborn Academy in Michigan. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree and relevant teaching certification. Responsibilities include developing assessments, creating instructional plans, and collaborating with teachers.

The ideal candidate will have strong math comprehension strategies, model instruction effectively, and maintain records. Two years of teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Elementary/Middle Level Teacher Certification required.
• Two years of teaching experience preferred.
• Must meet NCLB Highly Qualified Criteria.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer assessments for student math levels.
• Create instructional plans to cater to various learning styles.
• Model math instruction in classrooms.
• Assist in after school tutoring program implementation.

Skills

Instructional planning

Math comprehension strategies

Consultation with parents

Data assessment for student levels

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Elementary/Middle Level Teacher Certification

Masters in Math

Job description

The Dearborn Academy, a K‑8 Charter School located at 1930 Ford Rd. Dearborn, MI 48128, is seeking Middle School ELA Teachers and Specialists. The Academy’s mission is to serve a multicultural community through individualized, focused instruction allowing each student to achieve academic excellence and exhibit social responsibility.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Develop, administer, and/or facilitate assessments to determine student math levels.
• Create instructional math plans to match student ability and learning styles.
• Guide children through math activities to help them overcome obstacles.
• Consult with parents and teachers to recommend at-home strategies to improve math skills.
• Assist classroom teachers in planning math programs and instruction.
• Assist all teachers with teaching/learning strategies that promote math comprehension.
• Model math instruction in elementary and middle school classrooms.
• Maintain current and efficient records including the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of after school math tutoring programs.
• Coordinate the school mathematics and primary program both horizontally and vertically.
• Assist classroom teachers in planning mathematics program and elementary and/or middle school programs.
• Model math instruction in elementary and/or middle school classrooms.
• Coordinate the developmental aspects of the elementary and/or middle school programs.
• Collaboratively select and coordinate (with the approval of the principal) all math materials used in the classrooms.
• Other related duties as assigned by Principal.

Education, Certifications, and Work Related Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Elementary/Middle Level Teacher Certification.
• Masters in Math (preferred).
• Two years of teaching experience.
• Experience with elementary/middle programs depending on area of assignment.
• Must meet NCLB Highly Qualified Criteria (Major in content area, or Minor and passing MTTC exam).

Satisfactory criminal background check and unprofessional conduct check as required by School Safety Legislation.