What will your role be?

As a teacher, you will be responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining a positive classroom culture, using assessments to drive instructional practice, and for contributing to the educational and social development of all students by implementing culturally relevant teaching practices. U Prep teachers use district resources in an efficient and responsible manner and participate in professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and implements best practices acquired that focuses on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Builds relationships with students to create a positive, structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported and empowered to grow
• Actively engage parents in the learning process and works collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content area
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Experience with project based learning preferred

How do we support you?

Our education teams are critical to our ability to serve our scholars well. You’ll be supported in a variety of ways:

• Working in well-resourced and designed buildings that promote the physical and emotional safety necessary for learning.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package, including retirement plan with a generous match.
• Paid personal and sick time along with district wide wellness days.
• Provided time and programs for professional development.
• Given opportunities to collaborate with your peers and receive guidance from a mentor.
• Supported by an engaged leadership and administrative team.
• Working with team members who take great pride in their work and schools.
• Partnering with highly engaged families who prioritize education and learning.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• High school

Physical setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Detroit, MI 48207: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person