Teacher - Science - Fort Gratiot Middle School

Fort Gratiot Middle School; Fort Gratiot Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Gratiot Middle School in the Port Huron Area School District is seeking a Science Teacher for grades 6 and 7 to join our team in Fort Gratiot Township, Michigan. Immediate start with 7.5 hours per day across 183 days in the school calendar.

The candidate must hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate, have at least a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), and be Highly Qualified in the endorsement area. Collaboration and technology use are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree; Master’s preferred.
• Must be Highly Qualified in endorsement area.
• Must meet state and district certification/endorsement requirements.
• Proficient with educational technology.
• Able to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Create and maintain an environment that fosters student achievement and lifelong skills.
• Maximize opportunities for student success by building positive relationships with students.
• Instruct and monitor students in learning materials and equipment; use technology effectively.
• Be a role model for lifelong learning and professional behavior.
• Collaborate with colleagues and adapt curriculum as needed.
• Observe and evaluate student performance; provide feedback on progress.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
• Be able to bend, twist, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 pounds to assist students.
• Perform other duties as determined by supervising administrator.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Bachelor's degree

Endorsements

Certification requirements

NCA/MDE requirements

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Teacher - Science - Fort Gratiot Middle School

Port Huron Area School District Fort Gratiot Middle School - Fort Gratiot Township, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5934393

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Building:

Fort Gratiot Middle School

Position:

Science Teacher Grades 6/7

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

7.5 Hrs Day / Enter Times Here/ 183 Days

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:

1.112.24.0000.1241

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate.
• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Must be Highly Qualified in endorsement area.
• Must meet certification and endorsement requirements for assignment.
• Must meet all NCA and Michigan Department of Education requirements.
• Be proficient in the use of technology.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Create and maintain an environment that fosters student achievement and the development of lifelong skills.
• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Show confidence in working with new technology and various application packages.
• Be a role model for students regarding life-long learning and professional behavior.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative environment and area always willing to learn new skills or revamp their curriculum.
• Be flexible, resourceful, innovative and can effectively manage the design and execution of learning experiences, both formal and informal, that are very responsive to the needs of students and the context in which learning is taking place.
• Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments and provide appropriate feedback on work.
• In this role you must be able to bend, twist, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 pounds in assisting students
• Assume other responsibilities as determined by their supervising administrator.
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups

SELECTION COMMITTEE

EVALUATED BY SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATOR

SALARY DATA AS PER NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender 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.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Caryn M. VanderHeuvel , Director of Human Resources
• Central Office
• Port Huron, Michigan 48060
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]