High School English Teacher: Inspire Writing & Reading

Benton Harbor Area Schools; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton Harbor Area Schools in Benton Harbor, MI, seeks an Eleventh Grade English Teacher for Benton Harbor High School to lead English instruction, use data to plan lessons, and collaborate with colleagues to improve student outcomes.

A valid Michigan teaching certificate with an English endorsement is required; at least two years of teaching experience; familiarity with virtual learning and technology-integrated instruction are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with English endorsement (BA, BR, or BX) and appropriate licensure.
• At least two years of successful teaching experience.
• Familiarity with virtual/online learning.
• Ability to incorporate technology into instructional delivery.
• Strong academic preparation and leadership ability.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet the challenges of an urban school district.
• Master's degree in Education (preferred).
• Five years of successful teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach English language, literature, and composition to secondary students using the adopted curriculum and other learning activities as guidelines.
• Develop engaging and effective English lessons for students at all proficiency levels.
• Plan lessons and materials and provide individualized or small group instruction to adapt the curriculum.
• Follow district and state curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Collaborate with grade level/department teams and interdisciplinary teams.
• Integrate writing and expository writing to enhance teaching and learning.
• Use technology as an instructional tool to enhance teaching.
• Differentiate instruction using assessment results.
• Prepare lessons reflecting accommodations for individual student differences.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Job description

Benton Harbor Area Schools in Benton Harbor, MI, seeks an Eleventh Grade English Teacher for Benton Harbor High School to lead English instruction, use data to plan lessons, and collaborate with colleagues to improve student outcomes.

A valid Michigan teaching certificate with an English endorsement is required; at least two years of teaching experience; familiarity with virtual learning and technology-integrated instruction are welcomed.