POSITION: English Language Arts or Social Studies Teacher

LOCATION: Kenowa Hills Middle School

START DATE/CALENDAR: August 12, 2025/per 2025-26 District Calendar

SALARY/BENEFITS: As outlined in KHEA Master Agreement

SUMMARY: Kenowa Hills Middle School serves students in grades 6–8 with a strong commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement. As part of the Kenowa Hills Public Schools district, we emphasize hands-on learning, critical thinking, and meaningful real-world experiences. Our supportive and inclusive environment empowers students to grow both intellectually and socially, preparing them for success in high school and beyond. We are excited to announce an opening for a dedicated and enthusiastic Middle School Teacher (grades 6-8) at Kenowa Hills Middle School.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• We are looking for someone who is passionate about inspiring young minds and engaging students in hands-on, interdisciplinary, and interactive learning.
• Must hold a valid State of Michigan teaching certificate with the ability to teach at the middle school level with at least one of the following endorsements:
• • English Language Arts (BX)
  • Social Studies (RX)
• Additional endorsement in any of the following areas preferred:
• • English (BA)
  • Mathematics (EX)
  • Science (DX or DI)
  • Spanish (FF)
• Successful experience with project-based learning, Restorative Practices and Capturing Kids’ Hearts preferred.
• Knowledge of standards-based, proficiency-based instructional practices preferred.
• Required knowledge of skills and abilities related to diversity and cultural competence.
• Knowledge of own competence in the area of diversity and how this influences own behavior and a desire to learn about others identities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school.
• Establish and enforce classroom management procedures consistent with building and district protocol.
• Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health and report to parents as needed and required.
• Prepare materials and classroom for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
• Use a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicate those objectives to the students.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework, adhering to building and district protocols.
• Prepare, administer and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress.
• Collaborate with other professional staff to enhance instruction and adapt and modify curriculum in order to meet individual student needs.
• Participate in the development and revision of goals and performance objectives for students, course content and learning activities, evaluate procedures and instructional materials.
• Keep attendance and grade records as required by the district.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested applicants can submit their application online @ https://khps.schoolspring.com/.

Please include all transcripts, certifications, resumes, and letters of reference.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 13, 2025, 4:00 p.m., or until filled

Note to New Employees: Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to the offer of employment. The candidate is responsible for the background check fee.

It is the policy of the Board that no staff member or candidate for a position in this District on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, creed or ancestry, age, gender, marital or family status, height, weight, military status, genetic information, political belief or disability which does not impair an individual's ability to perform adequately in the individual's particular position or activity, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to, discrimination in any program or activity for which the Board is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.