Anchor Bay School District 

Job Posting

Hiring for the 2024-2025 School Year

Middle School or High School Placement

SUMMARY:   

To create a flexible Middle School/High School program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for High School grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Teaches district approved curriculum. 
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.  
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulation and procedures of the school district. 
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects using a variety of techniques and appealing to various learning styles as assigned.   

• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. 
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.  
• Develops a comprehensive classroom management plan (classroom procedures, grading policies, and attendance expectations) and updates annually.  
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc. 
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere. 

• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports. Contacts parents at first sign of behavioral and/or academic problems.  
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans. 
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day. 
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on educational (field) trips. 
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student. 

• Reviews and implements students IEP’s and 504 plans. Provides feedback to the appropriate staff regarding the progress or regression of the student.  
• Refers students to support services as warranted.  
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work. 
• Works with other professional staff on curriculum studies and related committees.  
• Actively participates in regular staff and professional development activities.  

• Reviews email and voicemail communications regularly and responds as needed.  
• Maintains regular and reliable in person attendance.  
• Follows all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, district policies and procedures. 
• Maintains confidentiality of records and student matters.  
• Conduct oneself in a professional and respectful manner at all times.  

• Other duties as assigned 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  Bachelor degree. 

• Bachelor of Arts/Sciences degree in education from an accredited college/university. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study required.  - EX
• Additional endorsements preferred.  
• Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required.  

APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE:

Internal and external applicants must complete and submit an online application at: https://abs.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx  in order to be considered.

This posting is open until filled. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts; ability to compute percentages and to interpret graphs.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Personal computer skills necessary. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required talk or hear and sometimes traverse and sit. In case of emergency must be able to traverse about school campus and lead students to safety.    

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/laptop carts.  The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics describes 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 noise level in the work environment is frequently moderate to loud. The employee must work with the public and other staff, continuously meeting multiple demands from several people.

Apply online:  www.anchorbay.misd.net

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Anchor Bay School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.