Social Studies Teacher

District/Organization: Flex High School Michigan

Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Salary: Competitive compensation starting from $51,500/year.

Compensation: Competitive compensation package starting from $51,500/year

How You Will Make an Impact: The Teacher will plan, organize and implement an appropriate personalized instructional program in a learning environment that guides, supports, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, completion of diploma requirements and post-secondary transition plan. The teacher will collaborate with other instructional staff and school personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Develop, review and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post-secondary goals, and progress towards those goals Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding and supporting high academic expectations, and maintaining positive and professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents Assign appropriate courses of study Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed Plan, prepare for and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students varying needs Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students post-secondary goals Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information Carefully observe, review and evaluate student homework and test results to assess and monitor progress Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as, goal-setting, time management, and accessing/utilizing resources Administer state standardized and school diagnostic assessments according to guidelines Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs Refer students to support structures and social services as appropriate Prepare for and participate in school events: parent teacher conferences, open house, graduations Maintain student folders and records in accordance with school policies and state guidelines Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings, and student retention meetings Participate in professional development opportunities as directed by leadership Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for all subject area(s) being taught Bachelors degree with major or minor in designated subject Except as otherwise provided by law, the Academy shall use certificated teachers according to state board rule

Benefits: We are committed to providing quality and affordable benefits to our employees. We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits program designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Some of our benefits for full-time employees include: Life insurance Long-term disability (LTD); short term disability (STD) Sick leave Generous holiday, vacation and seasonal breaks 403(b) retirement plan with an attractive company contribution Wellness benefits through our Wellable app and Employee Assistance Program that includes financial, legal and emotional counseling Employee discount program for things such as travel, home and entertainment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age (except as authorized by law), religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information