High School Math Teacher (Up to 10K in Bonuses)

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan with generous match

Paid personal and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship and guidance

Job summary

University Prep Schools in Detroit seeks a dedicated teacher for UPAD High School to implement the curriculum, foster a positive classroom culture, and use assessments to guide instructional practice. The role emphasizes culturally responsive teaching and collaborative work with families.

You will participate in professional development and contribute to students' academic and social growth through engaging, data-informed instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area.
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis (implicit).
• Experience with project-based learning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development and apply best practices for instruction and student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and sustaining.
• Build relationships with students to create a safe, structured learning environment.
• Engage with families and involve them in the learning process.
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices.

Skills

Project-based learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: UPAD High School - Detroit, MI 48202

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 implements best practices acquired that focuses on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Builds 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 works collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices

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 designed buildings that promote the physical and emotional safety necessary for learning.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package, including 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.