English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher (7th-8th) at Walton Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Walton Charter Academy in Pontiac, MI, seeks qualified teachers dedicated to student success. The role emphasizes collaborative planning, ongoing professional development, and creating an engaging classroom environment that supports diverse learners.

Staff work with a proven curriculum and data-informed instruction to drive achievement, with strong support for staff and a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements. NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and needs of each student.
• Plan and participate in professional development and orientation activities.
• Create an engaging classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Leverage a curriculum and curricular resources to drive student success.
• Analyze student data to inform teaching decisions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet student goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Teacher license or alternative certification

Job description

School Information

Located in Pontiac, MI, Walton Charter Academy opened in 1999 and serves students Young 5-8. At Walton Charter, you can connect passion with purpose.

Job Description

To learn more about Walton Charter Academy click here.

Why Choose Walton Charter Academy

• Starting pay above market scales.
• Personalized development and coachingopportunities.
• High level of support for all staff.
• Strong, dynamic parent volunteer group.
• Outperform local districts consistently on state assessments.
• Ensure a safe learning environment.
• Winner of theMichigan Building Hope Award for achievement and work with multi-lingual students.
• AwardedDetroit’sBest & Brightest Companies to Work For.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.
• Create, manage, and participate in a variety of professional development and orientation activities.
• Create a classroom environment that is engaging and conducive to learning.
• Leverage a curriculum proven to drive the academic success of students. A set of curricular resources are there for you to take and implement in your classroom based on the needs of students.
• Analyze and use student data to inform your teaching.
• Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements. NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey.

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.