Secondary World Language Teacher

Position Summary

The District is seeking a qualified, student-centered educator to fill one Secondary Foreign Language teaching position beginning August 2026. This position may be structured as full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate's certification, experience, and ability to meet district programming needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to instructional excellence, cultural competency, and fostering global awareness for all students.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, standards-aligned world language instruction for students in grades 6-12 (assignment based on certification and district need)
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to Michigan Academic Standards for World Languages
• Promote language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening
• Integrate cultural understanding and global perspectives into instruction
• Use formative and summative assessment data to inform instruction and support student growth
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners
• Implement MTSS practices to support student achievement
• Create a positive classroom culture that encourages communication and active participation
• Collaborate with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Participate in district professional development and continuous improvement efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate world language endorsement (e.g., FF, FB, FC, etc., depending on language)
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in language acquisition and proficiency-based instruction
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Commitment to collaboration and continuous professional growth

Preferred Qualifications

• Dual certification highly preferred (e.g., additional endorsement in another secondary content area)
• Ability to teach multiple levels or languages preferred
• Experience teaching middle and/or high school world language
• Experience working within an MTSS or PBIS framework
• Familiarity with curriculum alignment and standards-based grading

Compensation

Salary and benefits per the Master Agreement (prorated if part-time).

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through Frontline and upload the following:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Copy of valid Michigan teaching certificate
• Transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation

Position will remain open until filled.