High School English Teacher

Dowagiac; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dowagiac Union Schools in Dowagiac, MI is seeking a High School English Teacher to guide students in reading, writing and critical thinking, delivering engaging instruction and assessment.

Applicants must hold a Michigan teaching certificate in English (BA or BX) or be eligible to obtain one, maintain Highly Qualified status, and collaborate with a team to implement Common Core, PBIS and differentiated instruction.

Qualifications

• Michigan teaching certificate in English (BA or BX) or eligibility to obtain one.
• Must maintain Highly Qualified status.
• Willing to work with out-of-state or alternative pathway candidates.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school English to a diverse student population.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement Common Core and instructional best practices.

Skills

Technology integration

Diverse student population

Classroom management

Common Core

SAT prep

Differentiated Instruction

PBIS and supports

Blended and distance learning

Collaboration

District initiatives

Education

Michigan teaching certificate English (BA/BX) or ability to obtain

Job description

Dowagiac Union Schools

243 S. Front Street

Dowagiac, MI 49047

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

VACANCY LISTING

POSITION

High School English Teacher

REQUIREMENTS

• Michigan teaching certificate English (BA or BX) or ability to obtain
• Must be Highly Qualified status
• Willing to work with out-of-state or alternative pathway candidates

PREFERENCES

• Knowledge or the ability to apply technology to enhance instruction
• Experience working with a diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic student population
• Strong classroom management skills
• Knowledge of Common Core Curriculum
• Knowledge of SAT assessment and preparation
• Understanding of current instructional strategies, including Differentiated Instruction and general education accommodations and modifications
• Knowledge of data disaggregation and its application to assist the academic progress of general education students
• Ability to effectively work and collaborate with others as a member of a team
• Willingness to support district and building initiatives
• Knowledge of blended and distance learning instructional practices
• Understanding of PBIS and tiered instructional supports and their implementation in the classroom

SALARY

Per the Master Agreement

DEADLINE

As soon as position can be filled

Contact

Kelly Millin, Principal, Union High School

[e-mail]

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