Computer Teacher

Job Title Position Title: Computer Teacher Location: Various School Locations Salary: $51,071 - $87,000 Reports to: Principal Bargaining Unit: Detroit Federation of Teachers Benefits Eligible: Yes Telecommunting Eligibility: Not eligible for telecommuting.
In accordance with the Agreement between Detroit Federation of Teachers (DFT) and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced.
Position Summary: 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.
Minimum Qualifications: Possess a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent agency.
Provide evidence of game design, computer science, digital multimedia, exploration in coding, cyber security content, knowledge and skills along with holding a Secondary valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA) for the grade level (6-12) at which the course is offered.
Essential Functions: 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.
Monitor individual student's progress.
Take corrective measures to enhance student-learning abilities Instruct students on proper use of equipment, materials, and textbooks.
Maintain inventory of instructional materials, aids and equipment.
Maintain accurate complete student records and prepare reports.
Security Clearance: Internal Applicants If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.
External Applicants In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check.
Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.
Method of Application: Applicants must apply through the online application system.
Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire.
Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire.
It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at recruitment@detroitk12.
org or phone at (313) 873-6897.
DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities.
Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.
org/compliance.