Adult Education Adult Basic Education (ABE) ELA Teacher

Job Title:   Adult Education Adult Basic Education (ABE) ELA Teacher  (Immediate Placement @ West Campus Adult Education Center)

Posting Date:             August 30, 2017

Closing Date:         

Salary Range:         DFT Salary Schedule for adult education hourly teachers:

 $28-$36 Per Hour (Based on degree and years of experience)

 No pay during district vacation days (Christmas, Easter, & Winter Break)  

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

Work Hours:            35 Hours per week (10 Months)

Job Type:                 Instructional

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

Location:                     West Campus

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)   

Qualifications

Education:

Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization in elementary education, self-contained or reading. 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 the Bachelor's Degree will be eligible for the appropriate salary differential. Must have experience working with adult learners.

Adult Education Teacher will be responsible for:

• Daily individualized lesson planning for a self-contained setting teaching English and Reading skills to adults with low educational functional levels/grade levels demonstrated on a pre-assessment.  
• Effective delivery of planned instructions using andragogy skills;
• Data Driven Lessons with demonstration of student growth;
• Understanding of Depth of Knowledge;
• Daily attendance, retention, student achievement/educational functioning level;
• Effective classroom management and excellent customer service skills;
• Ongoing Professional Development in the area of adult education
• Motivating adult learners to improve their English and Reading skills
• Motivating adult learners to earn their GED or high school diploma
• Computer knowledge of Grad Point or similar program

Attendance: Regular Attendance is critical; must have an exemplary attendance record.

Citizenship:

Must be able to verify whether U.S. citizen, resident alien, or otherwise authorized to accept employment in the U.S.

Physical Condition:

Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined with or without accommodations.

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.