Business Teacher - Winter Semester 2018 Eligibility Pool

Job Title:  BusinessTeacher  –  Winter Semester 2018 Eligibility Pool 

Posting Date:  December 7, 2017

Salary Range: DFT Salary Schedule

In accordance with the Agreement between the Detroit Federation of Teachers and the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the following vacancy is announced:

Job Type: Instructional

Location: Various locations

Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and vacation days.

Reports to: Principal/Designee

Application Requirements:

• Cover Letter that includes:
  • Acknowledgement of and candidate's agreement to meet the commitments and conditions for this position
  • A detailed description of how candidates meets each of the mandatory minimum qualifications, abilities, proficiencies and experiences
• Resume
• Uploaded copy of unofficial (or official) transcripts required for position (as applicable)
• Copy of certifications required for position (as applicable)   

Education

Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA), Business (GX) endorsement.  Possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent agency.   Successful candidates who possess degrees beyond a Bachelor’s Degree will be eligible for the appropriate salary differential.

Experience     

• Ability to relate positively with students, teachers and parents.
• Ability to work with other professionals in a collaborative manner.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle challenging behavior.
• Ability to motivate a group of students and explain things as creative as possible. 

Duties/Responsibilities and Functions:

• Cooperate with teachers, parents and community members.
• Enhance teaching team practice and grow professionally.
• Offer rigorous curriculum aligning with State of Michigan Common Core guidelines.
• Provide alternative force choice and creative assessment for students.
• Enable field studies to improve classroom curriculum.
• Offer input and assist grade level, subject matter and leader led conferences.
• Oversee school uniform ad discipline policies.
• Develop parent and family involvement in school life and curriculum.
• Engage and lead professional development programs.
• Offer individual help to students to ensure satisfactory progress.
• Synthesize with colleagues on school activities to ensure academic success.
• Discuss with parents on student progress and academic achievements.
• Instruct rules of conduct and ensure classroom and campus discipline.
• Counsel students during academic and adjustment problems.
• Handle attendance, progress reports and grade records.
• Plan study programs to meet students’ needs, interests and abilities.
• Design curriculum as per the needs of the students.
• Evaluate and assess students’ progress on a periodic basis.
• Monitor individual student’s progress.
• Take corrective measures to enhance student-learning abilities
• Instruct students on proper use of equipment, materials, and textbooks.
• Maintain inventory of instructional materials, aids and equipment.
• Maintain accurate complete student records, and prepare reports.

SECURITY

INTERNAL APPLICANTS

If you are a current Detroit Public Schools employee, presently employed with the district, you do not have to submit a fee related to obtaining the Detroit Public Schools security clearance.

Method of Application

• Applicants MUST apply through the online application system. ONLY applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position.
• All applicants are to attach:
  • Cover Letter that includes:
    • Acknowledgement of and candidate's agreement to meet the commitments and conditions for this position
    • A detailed description of how candidates meets each of the mandatory minimum qualifications, abilities, proficiencies and experiences
  • Resume
  • Uploaded copy of unofficial (or official) transcripts (as applicable)
  • Copy of certifications (as applicable)
• Applicants will receive an automated confirmation once they have successfully applied for a position.
• Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire.
• Service outside of the Detroit Public Schools must be verified by the applicant's employer(s) prior to hire.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
  • Due to the high volume of candidates applying for positions, we regret that we are unable to pull individual personnel files to retrieve/copy documents. Therefore, to assure the application process is not delayed, if you are applying for multiple positions with the district, we strongly encourage you to have available several photocopies of your credentials to be submitted for each position for which you apply.
  • Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement.
  • Incomplete information will not be considered.
  • Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Division of Talent at (313) 873-6897.

The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit does not discriminate against, deny benefits to or exclude participation by any person in its programs, activities or employment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion or handicap.