English Learner Teacher

Memspa; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitzgerald Public Schools in Michigan seeks an English Language Arts Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves planning, instruction, and assessment under the FEA contract, with emphasis on aligning to district and state standards and differentiating instruction for diverse learners.

Candidates must hold a valid MI teaching certificate with the proper endorsement, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be experienced with online learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement (BA or BX).
• Experience in elementary classroom instruction.
• Ability to manage time and be self-directed.
• Strong confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with at-risk students.
• Patience to work with diverse populations and language barriers.
• Experience with online learning Edgenuity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess, and instruct students according to standards.
• Implement curriculum aligned with Michigan Common Core and district materials.
• Use technology to support differentiated instruction.
• Interpret assessment data to inform instruction.
• Participate in professional development and apply best practices.
• Monitor progress and adjust teaching strategies.
• Provide varied learning materials and collaborate with staff to boost achievement.

Skills

Time management

Self-directed

Confidentiality

Verbal communication

Written communication

Diversity awareness

Education

Teaching certificate (MI)

Job description

NOTICE OF OPENING: English Language Arts Teacher
LOCATION: Fitzgerald Public Schools
WORK YEAR: 2026-2027 School Year
SALARY: Per FEA Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Secondary or Elementary Teaching Certificate required with endorsement in BA or BX.
• Experience in elementary school classroom instruction.
• Ability to manage time and be self-directed.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with at risk students.
• Patience to work with diverse populations and language barriers.
• Ability to manage time and work individually.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations and language barriers.
• Enthusiastic, Energetic, Positive and Professional.
• Experience with online learning Edgenuity preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for planning, assessment, and instruction.
• Implement curriculum according to the Michigan Common Core State Standards and district adopted curriculum.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Interpret and use data from ongoing assessments to inform instruction.
• Participate in professional development and implement best practice.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to improve student achievement in the content areas.