Substitute Band Teacher

About the Employer

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district’s curriculum and reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
• Establish a system of student evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the district; continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed
• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction
• Understand diversity of student needs and provide supplemental programming or instruction
• Communicate effectively with parents as needed
• Provide a structured, orderly, safe, and respectful environment for students
• Perform other reasonably related duties

Who We Are

Kent City Community Schools is a public school district in Kent County dedicated to providing a nurturing environment and to educate all of our 1,200 students to be lifelong learners.

What We Need

We are looking for a compassionate and collaborative team member to work with our staff so that they can empower students to reach their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and instructional excellence!

What We Value

Collaboration, compassion, honest communication, growth mindset, and a culture of opportunity

What You Need

Ability to work successfully with students, staff, administrators and community members Daily, in-person attendance and ability to be organized and work collaboratively with students, staff and families Must be flexible Ability to maintain confidentiality Valid Michigan teaching certificate Ability to relate well with students Ability to collaborate with building staff and parents Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills/Certification

Certified as a teacher Music (JX or JQ) endorsement preferred Show passion about the teaching/learning process for every child Build relationships with students and adults in a team environment Provide customer service atmosphere for students and parents Engagement in the process of continual improvement

What We Provide

Collaborative working environment A focus on students and staff