MS Science Teacher

Arbor Academy; Lakeview (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Academy is seeking a dedicated MS Science Teacher to join our team in Michigan. The ideal candidate will command the Michigan Academic Standards and apply best instructional practices in a secondary classroom setting.

The role emphasizes planning and delivering engaging lessons, using technology to differentiate instruction, and monitoring student progress to inform instruction. Strong communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• This position requires a valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsements for the subject area.
• Bachelor's degree is essential; a master's degree is preferred for advancement.
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience is required.
• Ability to design and develop curriculum for the assigned grades.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned to Michigan standards and curriculum goals.
• Leverage technology to support differentiated instruction.
• Monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Provide support to students who are behind or struggling.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to improve lesson plans.
• Communicate with students and parents about progress and needs.
• Set and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
• Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures.
• Maintain school discipline and order in the classroom.
• Use formative, summative, and interim data to inform instruction.
• Create assessments that measure proficiency per standards.

Skills

Classroom management

Technology integration

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic MS Science Teacher to join our Team!

NATURE OF THE POSITION:

This position is responsible for fostering students' interest in education as well as academic development. The incumbent must possess a mastery command of the Michigan Academic Standards for their respective discipline and be a competent professional with in-depth knowledge of instructional best practices and educational methods and procedures specific to the secondary classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION:

1. Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and are in line with State of Michigan objectives and school-wide curriculum goals.
2. Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
3. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
4. Help individual students who are behind or struggling to learn content.
5. Collaborate with other Teachers to develop lesson plans and improve the overall learning process.
6. Communication with students and parents regarding student progress and/or needs.
7. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
8. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
9. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
10. Understanding of how to use formative, summative, and interim assessment data to inform daily instruction.
11. Ability to create classroom assessments that effectively measure student proficiency levels as demonstrated by the Michigan Academic Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the subject area(s) being taught.
2. Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
3. Minimum 3 years teaching.
4. Must have evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements, as defined by No Child Left Behind.
5. Ability to teach and develop curriculum for assigned grade level(s).

If you are passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a lasting impact on young minds, our innovative and forward-thinking team wants to speak to you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer.