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Battle Creek Public Schools

3 W. Van Buren Street
Battle Creek, MI, United States

Phone: 269-965-9513
Web Site: https://www.battlecreekpublicschools.org/

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Middle School Social Studies Teacher


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Job ID:

3806923

Location:

Battle Creek, MI, United States 

Category:

Education

Salary:

50,000 - $82,010 per year
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Job Views:

4381

Zip Code:

49017

Employment Type:

Full time

Posted:

02.29.2024
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Job Description:

At Battle Creek Public Schools, transformation is underway and excellence is on the rise! Our vision is 100% success for every Bearcat, and our mission is to provide a supportive environment for all through positive relationships, academic practice, and engaging experiences.

Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS), in Battle Creek, MI, is conveniently located between Chicago and Detroit. Our community is experiencing unprecedented change, and BCPS is perfectly positioned for success.

We know that our teachers are the heart and soul of the district, and everything we do for our students begins with teachers. So, in May of 2023, we were thrilled to announce an average teacher pay increase of more than $10,000, positioning us as one of the best-paying districts for teachers in Southwest Michigan.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (including up to $20k in home purchase assistance), and opportunities for professional development. Apply now and join the Bearcat family. Believe in the Change!

Start Date: As soon as possible

Additional signing bonus of $1,500, payable upon commencement of employment 

SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment.All fees required for this check (estimated $69.00) will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Battle Creek Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, sex, age, religion, national origin, weight, height, or marital status in its employment practices.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:
  • Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Social Studies (RX) Grades 6-12, with documented proof of highly qualified status according to Michigan ESSA
Preferred Characteristics:
  • A high level of commitment to working within a culturally, ethnically, and economically diverse environment.
  • Relationship builder.
  • High expectations of self and a commitment to continuous improvement of professional practice.
  • High expectations of students coupled with the ability to inspire and support students as they meet those expectations.
  • A defined moral purpose that drives daily efforts on behalf of students.
  • Adaptability.
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn and apply behavioral and academic RTI models.
  • A willingness to fully participate in and contribute to a professional learning community.
  • A positive attitude.
  • A high level of perseverance and professional will.
  • A strong belief in the individual worth of all students.
  • A desire to teach life lessons that go beyond the textbook and classroom walls.
  • A readiness to develop and apply a variety of best practices in the classroom, especially in the areas of instruction and classroom management.