High School Honors U.S History and Gov/ Econ

Paycom - ATS; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan with generous match

Paid personal and sick time

Job summary

UPA High School in Detroit, MI is seeking a dedicated teacher to implement curriculum, maintain a positive classroom culture, and use assessments to drive instructional practice while applying culturally relevant teaching methods.

You will work with district resources, participate in professional development, and collaborate with families to support students' educational and social development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area.
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Experience with project-based learning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and implement best practices acquired that focus on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Build relationships with students to create a positive, structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow
• Actively engage parents in the learning process and work collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices

Skills

Project-based learning

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with Michigan teaching certification endorsement

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: UPA High School - Detroit, MI 48202, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Job Category: Education, What will your role be?

As a teacher, you will be responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining a positive classroom culture, using assessments to drive instructional practice, and for contributing to the educational and social development of all students by implementing culturally relevant teaching practices. U Prep teachers use district resources in an efficient and responsible manner and participate in professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and implement best practices acquired that focus on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Build relationships with students to create a positive, structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow
• Actively engage parents in the learning process and work collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices

Qualifications: Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Experience with project-based learning preferred

How do we support you?

Our education teams are critical to our ability to serve our scholars well. You’ll be supported in a variety of ways:

• Working in well-resourced and well-designed buildings that promote the physical and emotional safety necessary for learning.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package, including a retirement plan with a generous match.
• Paid personal and sick time along with district-wide wellness days.
• Provided time and programs for professional development.
• Given opportunities to collaborate with your peers and receive guidance from a mentor.
• Supported by an engaged leadership and administrative team.
• Working with team members who take great pride in their work and schools.
• Partnering with highly engaged families who prioritize education and learning.