English Language Arts Teacher

English Language Arts Teacher Elk Rapids Schools – Elk Rapids, Michigan is seeking an English Language Arts Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The role is located at Cherryland Middle School, a middle school within Elk Rapids Schools that serves grades 6‑8. The teacher will report to the School Building Principal and will have an immediate start date. Responsibilities Establish a classroom structure that values positive relationships and implements the district curriculum. Create and maintain a classroom culture that supports students’ non‑academic needs and removes barriers to academic success. Establish clear objectives for all learning activities. Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. Instruct and monitor students on the use of learning materials and equipment. Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students; provide appropriate feedback and adjust teaching strategies based on data. Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and development. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents about progress and needs. Qualifications Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with English (BA or BX) endorsement for grades 6‑12 or K‑8. Completion of an approved teacher preparation program. Bachelor’s degree in English, Language Arts, Education, or a related field. Passing score on the MTTC English exam. Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging, standards‑based instruction. Strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students. Ability to motivate students and influence positive student behavior. Willingness and capacity to engage in instructional conversations focused on improving student learning. Commitment to coordinate instruction within and across grade levels. Competence to collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions. Ability to thrive in a professional environment of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability. Preferred: additional certifications, prior experience as an educator, experience working with middle school students. Application requirements At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr