Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Sylvania; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Public Schools is seeking a substitute English Language Arts teacher for the second semester at Northern High School in Portage, MI. The role involves delivering engaging high-quality instruction to all students and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will be an approved Edustaff substitute, with experience in ELA, supporting students with special needs, and collaborating with special education staff. A focus on differentiated instruction and RTI is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be an approved substitute teacher through Edustaff.
• Experience teaching English Language Arts.
• Experience with special needs students in regular classroom.
• Experience collaborating with special education staff and paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction to meet varied student needs.
• Ability to team teach and flexibly group students.
• Strong organization and classroom management skills.
• Understanding of MiBLSi and positive behavior supports.
• Understanding of RTI and its classroom application.
• Committed to ongoing learning in elementary education and evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English Language Arts instruction to high school students.
• Teach English Language Arts for the second semester as a long-term substitute.
• Collaborate with teachers and paraprofessionals as needed to support student learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Team teaching

Differentiated instruction

Special needs support

Communication & collaboration

MiBLSi knowledge

RTI knowledge

ELA instruction

Education

Teaching certification / substitute approval

Job description

Northern High School

Salary: Long-term Sub Rate through Edustaff

for English Language Arts from January to the end of the school year

Job Summary

The substitute classroom teacher will be responsible for the delivery of engaging high-quality instruction to all students. This substitute will work for the entire second semester teaching English Language Arts.

Qualifications

• Must be an approved permitted substitute teacher through Edustaff
• Experience teaching ELA
• Experience working with special needs students in regular classroom
• Experience working with special education teachers and paraprofessionals
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction to meet various student needs present in the classroom
• Experience with and/or ability to team teach and flexibly group students with grade level peers
• Strong organization, classroom management and collaboration & communication skills
• Must have an understanding of MiBLSi and strategies for implementing positive behavior supports
• Must have an understanding of RTI and its application in the classroom
• Active and continuous learner in the area of elementary education, research based instructional strategies, and best practices

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex(including sexual orientation andgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following positions at Portage Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Human Resources Director Jennifer Meisterheim and Assistant Superintendent of Operations Russell Gerbers. Contact information: 269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 49002