High School Social Studies Teacher

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with generous match

Paid personal and sick time

Wellness days

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship program

Job summary

University Prep Schools in Detroit, MI seeks a dedicated teacher to implement a robust curriculum and foster a positive classroom culture. You will use assessments to inform instruction and contribute to students’ social development through culturally sustaining practices.

You will build strong relationships with students and families, participate in professional development, and support district-wide initiatives with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and MI teaching certification with content endorsement.
• Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and maintain a positive classroom culture.
• Use assessments to drive instructional practice.
• Contribute to students' educational and social development.
• Collaborate with families and engage parents in learning.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Data-driven instruction

Relationship building

Family communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area

Tools

Project-based learning

Job description

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 ResponsibilitiesActively 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 growActively engage parents in the learning process and work collaboratively with familiesUse data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practicesKey QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content areaEligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basisExperience with project-based learning preferredHow 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.