Theater Teacher

About the role

The Teacher offers rigorous curriculum aligned with the State of Michigan Common Core guidelines while upholding the mission, vision and values of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Collaborates with families and other staff members to ensure academic success of students. Evaluates and monitors students’ progress on a periodic basis.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain inventory of instructional materials, aids and equipment.
• Maintain accurate complete student records and prepare reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of theater pedagogy.

Qualifications

• Valid Teaching Certificate.

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and community members.
• Knowledge of theater pedagogy.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Pay

$55,000 - $94,000

Schedule

Not specified