Position Title: Specials Teacher (Art, Music, Dance, Physical Education, or Technology)

Funding Source: General Fund

Reports to: This position reports to and is evaluated by the School Principal

Salary: Salaries starting at $51,300 with full benefits for certified teachers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Michigan Teacher Certification

Position Description: The Specials teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing high quality instruction to all students in their specific content area. He or she will use a variety of methodologies and curriculum resources to ensure that all students meet grade level content expectations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging high quality instruction to all students;
• Utilize a variety of researched-based instructional techniques, strategies, and methods to meet the needs of all students;
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and families
• Create and execute clear, logical instructional plans that produce strong results in student learning;
• Integrate technology in instruction, planning and communication;
• Coordinate instruction within and across grade levels;
• Demonstrate successful teaching techniques and classroom management skills as defined by the District’s evaluation tool;
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that is conducive for student learning;
• Build meaningful, caring relationships with students;
• Participate and adhere to all specialized student plans i.e. Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), 504, Behavior Plans, etc.
• Utilize the multi-tiered system of support to identify and address barriers to learning;
• Design and utilize formative assessments to modify and adjust instruction on a daily basis;
• Contribute to a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability;
• Adhere to the District’s and School’s policies, expectations, and protocols as outlined in the District’s Policies and Procedures Manual and School’s Procedures Manual.

Required Competencies & Skills:

• Achieve results by taking risks and reflecting and acting on lessons learned;
• Maintain his/her drive for results by demonstrating persistence, directness, and the ability to monitor and plan ahead;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment;
• Possess a track record of leadership, integrity, initiative, curiosity and perseverance;
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), interpret policy and procedures, maintain emotional control under stress;
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional;
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel and the Google Suite;
• Express a commitment to relentless pursuit of increasing student learning;
• Ability to skillfully challenge the status quo.

Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects; Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.

Terms of Employment: Salary benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the School Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.