What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Academy Teacher position at Thornapple Kellogg High School?
Position: High School Academy Teacher
The position starts in the 2025-26 academic year.
Job Summary:
The TK High School Academy supports students with credit deficiencies through a blended learning model of in-person and virtual instruction. As a TK Academy teacher, you will meet each student where they are in their educational journey and facilitate learning in conjunction with the virtual program. Grading, pacing, and content are all provided through the software, leaving your role as a dedicated teacher to supplement instruction through one-on-one and small-group delivery.
Qualifications:
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
- Certified to teach secondary students.
- Hold a BA (English) endorsement, preferred.
- Dual certification is preferred.
- Experience working with high school students with academic and/or behavioral challenges.
- Possess an understanding of virtual learning.
- Ability to work with other professionals in a collaborative manner.
- Ability to foster a positive classroom environment and build strong relationships with students and parents.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
