We are looking for certified teachers that would be interested in working in one of our three school districts that we partner with under the LEAP TSL Grant. Our three school districts include Eagle's Nest Academy (Flint, MI); George Washington Carver Academy (Highland Park, MI); and River Rouge School District (River Rouge, MI).
All three school districts are committed to provide the highest quality education with the cornerstones of value learning, self-worth, and quality performance among students and staff as top priority. We see our classrooms as places where the potential for learning is open and free to every student enabling each to achieve their full potential as participants in society at large.
Each district has a warm, caring school family is firm on high expectations while catering to the needs of the whole child. Our staff and scholars enjoy:
Small classroom size with a safe, clean, orderly and supportive family team environment. Competitive salaries with bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.
A Challenging and stimulating working environment where your professionalism will be valued. A hands-on, technology savvy and research-based curriculum including: wireless classrooms, interactive whiteboards in each classroom, one to one student computer ratio in the classroom, a state-of-the art computer and science lab, and a STEM lab.
JOB TITLE: Certified Elementary
To serve as the instructional leader for the children assigned to a specific grade level. Working relationship with students, parents, school personnel and the community focused on optimal student learning.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree and appropriate Teaching Certificate/Licensure
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with parents Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member
Must successfully complete criminal history and criminal background check
Responsibilities Include:
Represents the district with integrity and professionalism
Develops student learning plans that meet standards and maintains fidelity to the Curriculum
Assesses students regularly in order to accurately plan for their optimal learning. Knows each student well
Collaborates well with others; including staff, parents and community members
Initiates own continuous professional learning and shares with others
Communicates effectively through a variety of channels
Provides parents with regular feedback regarding their child’s progress through verbal and written contact, progress reports, report cards, and face to face conferences
Welcomes parents with opportunities to visit the classroom and engage with their child’s learning
Creates an environment that respects diversity and where everyone excels to his or her highest level
Maintains accurate student records
Participates in required formative and summative testing, using results to plan for student learning and own professional learning
Maintains the status of a highly qualified teacher
Model a growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning
Follows the school’s policies and procedures and complies with established lines of authority
Assists the school leader/principal in other duties as required
Desired Personal Characteristics:
Curious, enjoys learning, always a student
Problem solver
Deep thinker, reflector
Creative and flexible thinker
Friendly, respectful, compassionate, empathetic, authentic
Collaborator
Enthusiastic
Energetic
Able to be active with children
Optimistic realist
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Goodlife Agency
Certified Elementary Teacher / Highland Park, MI
Education: Bachelors Degree
Why Us:
About Us:
The GoodLife Agency, the lead grant agency, and three (3) local education agencies in Metro Detroit are the recipients of a three (3) year, $7.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Teacher and School Leader (TSL) program.
Eagles Nest Academy, George Washington Carver Academy, and River Rouge School District will use these funds to increase teacher and school leader effectiveness and improve student learning and academic performance in six (6) high-need schools.
The LEAs have received the CARES funding (one-time money) to support school operating budgets without solid plans for how to sustain these initiatives post-pandemic for our high-need schools. Our LEAP project will provide a well-developed and tested model to attract or retain staff with targeted professional development, and ESL, special education, social work, and trauma support to address trauma arising from the pandemic. “WE ARE A COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP SEEKING TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING AND SCHOOL LEADERSHIP PRACTICES THROUGH AN EMPOWERING AND ACCOUNTABLE SYSTEM.” - LEAP TSL
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