Secondary Social Studies Teacher - 1.0 FTE

Kelloggsville Middle School; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelloggsville Middle School in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Secondary Social Studies Teacher for a 1.0 FTE position starting immediately for the 2026-27 school year.

Applicants must hold a Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with RX Endorsement; bilingual skills are preferred. The role focuses on delivering standards-aligned instruction, maintaining an engaging classroom, and building positive relationships with students and families in a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with RX Endorsement.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Studies using the district curriculum and standards.
• Design, plan and implement lessons aligned to school, district, state, and national standards.
• Establish and maintain an effective classroom management for learning.
• Develop and nurture positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum design

Differentiated instruction

Cultural competence

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Secondary Social Studies Teacher - 1.0 FTE

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911470
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: General

Job Description

Kelloggsville Middle School
Effective: 2026-27 School Year
Education/Qualifications:
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with RX Endorsement
Bilingual skills preferred;

Duties/Skills/Qualifications:
Ability to teach students the knowledge and skills utilizing the district's designated curriculum and other appropriate learning activities;

Good attendance and punctuality;
Ability to design, plan and implement lessons based on school, district, state, and/or national standards;
Knowledge of current teaching methods that includes multiple teaching strategies;
High level of organizational skills and ability to establish and maintain effective classroom management for learning;
Create and maintain a positive and safe learning environment for all students;
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students;
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
Ability to relate and work effectively with parents, staff, students, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community;
Knowledge and awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others;
Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District;
Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage;

We are committed to hiring talented employees to enhance the district's stance and focus on equity and inclusion for all students, employees, parents, and community members of Kelloggsville.

Kelloggsville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Eric Alcorn
• 242 52nd St SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]