Social Studies Teacher

Sylvania; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mill Creek Middle School seeks a full-time Social Studies Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year as a 1.0 FTE replacement. The ideal candidate will create a positive, engaging learning environment and align lessons with state standards.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with CX or RX endorsement, and strong communication skills. Experience with middle school social studies and collaboration with staff is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and Michigan teaching certificate.
• Endorsement CX or RX.
• Experience teaching Middle School Social Studies preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans and materials.
• Knowledge of educational standards and best practices in Social Studies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with curriculum and standards.
• Create a positive, engaging classroom environment that promotes student learning.
• Assess student learning and progress through assignments and tests.
• Provide feedback to students and parents on progress and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to create a cohesive and effective learning experience.
• Participate in professional development to enhance teaching skills.
• Communicate education goals and student progress with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain trainings and certificates and provide documentation to HR before expiration.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative teamwork

Lesson planning

Educational standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Endorsement CX/RX

Job description

2026/2027SCHOOL YEAR

Position: Social Studies Teacher – 1.0 FTE (Replacement)

Posting Date: September 15, 2026

Internal Closing Date: September 18, 2026

General Closing Date: Until filled

Salary

Step based on the current DEA Salary Schedule

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time Social Studies Teacher to join our team at Mill Creek Middle School. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching middle school students and will be responsible for creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Must hold a Teaching certification with an endorsement in (CX) or (RX).
• Experience teaching Middle School Social Studies preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create engaging and effective lesson plans and educational materials.
• Knowledge of educational standards and best practices in teaching Social Studies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
• Create a positive and engaging classroom environment that promotes student learning and success.
• Assess student learning and progress through assignments, tests, and other forms of evaluation.
• Provide feedback to students and parents on student progress and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive and effective educational experience for students.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding educational goals and student progress
• Responsibility of employee to obtain and maintain all training(s), certificate(s), approval(s), etc. and provide documentation to the Human Resource office before expiration date of said document(s).

Note

This position is being posted internally and externally at the same time. No external candidates will be considered until all internal obligations have been met.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex(including sexual orientation gender identity, and gender expression), 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 educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

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