Family Consumer Science Teacher - Anderson Middle School

Applitrack; Beverly Hills (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Schools in Michigan is seeking a passionate Family & Consumer Science Teacher for Anderson Middle School to deliver a comprehensive middle-school program that builds students' health and lifestyle knowledge.

The candidate must hold a valid Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate with KH endorsement, demonstrate strong classroom management, and use diverse instructional strategies to engage learners. This is a full-time exempt position with immediate start.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate (Secondary) with KH endorsement.
• Proven passion for teaching and mastery of subject matter.
• Meets all state and federal requirements for highly qualified status in the subject area.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, teach and assess a comprehensive Health/Family and Consumer Science program at the middle school level.
• Develop daily lesson plans with demonstrations, instruction, student application and practice.
• Create pre/post-instruction assessments to evaluate progress.
• Manage materials/resources to motivate learning and maintain classroom standards.
• Establish a respectful, safe, organized learning environment with clear behavioral directions.
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs.

Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate (Secondary) with KH endorsement

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Oakland Schools

Family Consumer Science Teacher - Anderson Middle School JobID: 18510

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Science

POSITION: Family & Consumer Science Teacher

START DATE: Immediately Upon Hired

LOCATION: Anderson Middle School

SALARY: Teacher Salary Schedule (BEA), Full-Time, Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate (Secondary) with appropriate KH endorsement.
• Provide concrete examples (through application materials, interviews and references) of their passion for teaching, comprehensive mastery of their subject matter, and deep understanding of how students best learn.
• Meet all State and Federal requirements for highly qualified status with their subject area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Preparation:

• Plan, implement, teach and assess a comprehensive program of study in Health/Family and Consumer Science at the middle school level.
• Develop plans and organize daily lessons so that demonstration, instruction, student application, and practice are consistently addressed within the middle school classroom.
• Plan and develop appropriate pre and post-instruction assessments to evaluate each pupil's progress.
• Plan for appropriate use of materials and resources that motivate students to learn.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior necessary to provide an orderly and productive instructional environment conducive to teaching and learning.
• Organize classroom space and manage classroom instruction and procedures so students know what they are expected to do and learn.
• Create a learning environment of mutual respect and rapport that supports learning, as well as a sense of physical and emotional safety for all.
• Provide behavioral directions in a calm, clear and professional manner.
• Use a variety of well-researched strategies so students enjoy an engaging, positive and effective culture for learning.
• Develop and follow through on instructional plans; differentiate and modify to meet each student's specific needs.

Instruction:

• Provide students with opportunities to expand their awareness of subject related fields through access to community resources, field trips, presentations and guest speakers.
• Maintain an accurate record of student attendance reports, classroom grades, and all relevant/related professional duties.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues regarding student expectations, achievement and behavior.
• Evaluate each pupil's performance, knowledge, and skills in all courses taught.
• Instruction in a manner that balances lecture, student information sharing, discovery and inquiry and whole/small group instruction.
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques.
• Engage students actively and meaningfully in their learning.

District Vision

Our inclusive culture will inspire, empower and lead all learners to realize their full potential and make a positive difference in their future and community.

Commitment

The Berkley School District is committed to keeping diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront of its goal of creating an environment where all staff, students and community members feel a sense of belonging.

Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check. Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process.

Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

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