UPA High School Biology Teacher

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Prep Schools is seeking a UPA High School Biology Teacher to develop a positive learning environment and implement culturally responsive teaching practices in Detroit. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, valid Michigan teaching certification, and the ability to work full-time in an engaging environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid personal and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification.
• Experience with project-based learning preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and maintain a positive classroom culture.
• Use assessments to drive instructional practice.
• Contribute to educational and social development of students.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Data-driven instruction

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Michigan teaching certification

Job description

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What will your role be?

As a teacher, you will be responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining a positive classroom culture, using assessments to drive instructional practice, and for contributing to the educational and social development of all students by implementing culturally relevant teaching practices. U Prep teachers use district resources in an efficient and responsible manner and participate in professional development.

What will your role be?

As a teacher, you will be responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining a positive classroom culture, using assessments to drive instructional practice, and for contributing to the educational and social development of all students by implementing culturally relevant teaching practices. U Prep teachers use district resources in an efficient and responsible manner and participate in professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and implements best practices acquired that focuses on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Builds relationships with students to create a positive, structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported and empowered to grow
• Actively engage parents in the learning process and works collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Experience with project-based learning preferred
  
  

How do we support you?

Education

Our education teams are critical to our ability to serve our scholars well. You’ll be supported in a variety of ways:

• Working in well-resourced and designed buildings that promote the physical and emotional safety necessary for learning.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package, including retirement plan with a generous match.
• Paid personal and sick time along with district wide wellness days.
• Provided time and programs for professional development.
• Given opportunities to collaborate with your peers and receive guidance from a mentor.
• Supported by an engaged leadership and administrative team.
• Working with team members who take great pride in their work and schools.
• Partnering with highly engaged families who prioritize education and learning.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Management

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