TEACHER – ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS – HIGH SCHOOL

Memspa; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegan Public Schools seeks a dedicated English Language Arts teacher for Allegan High School to deliver Mi-STAR-aligned instruction and to foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment. You will use technology to engage all learners and collaborate with peers to establish clear learning objectives.

This full-time role requires Michigan certification, MTSS/RTI knowledge, and a commitment to supporting at-risk youth. The position offers compensation per the AEA Master Agreement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university required.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a BA or BX endorsement or on an alternative path/route to obtain the required endorsement(s).
• Must be highly qualified as defined by the Michigan State Dept. of Education.
• Experience working with at-risk youth.
• High degree of technology skills (Google Suite).
• Willingness to learn MTSS/RTI and PBIS.
• Desire to collaborate with peers and work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum (Mi-STAR).
• Creates a safe and respectful classroom environment for all learners.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology to engage all learners.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons and units.
• Uses a variety of formative and summative assessments.
• Takes a trauma-sensitive approach when working with students.
• Communicates professionally to students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by building administrator.

Skills

Google Suite

Classroom management

Collaboration

Trauma-informed practice

MTSS/RTI/PBIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Michigan Teaching Certificate (BA/BX)

Alternative route endorsement

Job description

TEACHER – ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS – HIGH SCHOOL

Deadline: September 25, 2026
District/Organization: Allegan Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per AEA Master Agreement

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches district approved curriculum (Mi-STAR)
• Creates a safe and respectful classroom environment for all learners
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional technology to engage all learners
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons and units
• Uses a variety of formative and summative assessments
• Takes a trauma-sensitive approach when working with students
• Communicates professionally to students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Other duties as assigned by building administrator

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university required
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a BA or BX endorsement or on an alternative path/route to obtain the required endorsement(s)
• Must be highly qualified as defined by the Michigan State Dept. of Education
• Experience working with at-risk youth
• High degree of technology skills (Google Suite)
• Willingness to learn the tenants of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS/RTI) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS)
• Desire to collaborate with peers and work as a team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently walking and standing while performing the duties of this job. In addition, the employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds such as student equipment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Wages, benefits, and work year as defined in the Teachers’ Master Agreement

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and background based upon Salary Schedule in the AEA Master Agreement

LOCATION: Allegan High School

For questions about this position, please contact:

Allegan High School

Allegan Public Schools complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, political belief, disability, handicap, or any other legally protected characteristic – in all of its programs and in employment. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Superintendent, 550 Fifth St, Allegan, MI 49010 or by phone at [phone].