English Teacher

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR RATE OF PAY: $41,116 - $77,906 DOQ DESCRIPTION Under the direction and supervision of the Principal or designee, the candidate will plan instruction, teach, differentiate instruction, motivate, inspire, and assess high school students in English/Language Arts. The candidate will promote a high-quality, personalized education program that reflects the Michigan Content Standards for English. GOAL To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with system philosophy, goals, and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Valid Michigan teaching certificate in English Education (BA) for secondary DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of children in the age groups assigned Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum Knowledge of current educational research especially in the field of ELA Education Understand and utilize earlier literary practices to support students in improving their reading and writing skills Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, and others Demonstrated skills in developing positive student connections Perform other duties as assigned This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but to accurately reflect the primary job elements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr