English Teacher - High School

Sylvania; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 46,041 - 53,882; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Sylvania is hiring a teacher for Heritage High School in Saginaw. The ideal candidate should possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate and a Bachelor’s in English, with a commitment to fostering student growth and addressing diverse learning needs.

This full-time position requires regular in-person attendance aimed at providing a solid educational foundation across all student demographics. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate, highly preferred.
• Training to teach at the High School level is preferred.
• Ability to teach students with unique challenges.

Responsibilities

• Teach students of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Adjust teaching methods to maximize student learning.
• Attend in-person regularly.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Emotional Control

Judgment and Courtesy

Education

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

Bachelor's Degree in English

High School Teaching Training

Job description

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Saginaw Township Schools is located in a multi-cultural and vibrant community in mid-Michigan. We are proud to have National School to Watch and Blue Ribbon Award winning schools.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Heritage High School is searching for a teacher with a passion for students and a belief in teaching the whole child. Taking ownership of the students’ growth and adjusting as necessary to maximize learning is essential. This individual will have the ability and the will to teach all students, including those students who have unique challenges in learning and will strive to close the achievement gap for them. Regular, in-person attendance is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate, highly preferred
• English (BA) or English Language Arts (BX/BQ) endorsement
• Specific training to teach at the High School level is preferred.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular, in-person attendance required
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to use sound judgment; tact and courtesy in a variety of situations
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Repetitive hand motions
• Prolonged use of computer
• Possible occasional lifting or pushing of up to 40 pounds
• Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending and kneeling for extended periods during the workday
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOURS/PAY

• 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (7:25a-3:10p)
• Approximately 185 workdays (August–June)
• Compensation per Saginaw Township Education Association (STEA) collective bargaining agreement:
• • $46,041 starting salary (Bachelor's, no experience)
  • $53,882 starting salary (Master’s, no experience)
• Contract through July 31, 2027
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits available

It is the policy of the Board of Education that the District will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis. The District shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d. et seq.; and 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, et seq.; The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. § 1210, et seq.; The Handicappers' Civil Rights Act, MCL  § 37.1101, et seq.; and The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL  § 37.2101, et seq.; Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), 29U.S.C. § 621, et seq. Inquiries or complaints by applicants or employees related to discrimination should be directed to:

Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations
Saginaw Township Community Schools
3465 N. Center Road, P.O. Box 6278
Saginaw, MI 48608
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.stcs.org