PRIMARY ROLE:

 

Work with the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction/Chief Academic Officer and other staff to promote science instruction in Macomb County schools.  Specific focus should be placed on training and technical support to local districts in the area of integrated curriculum development and implementation.

 

REPORTS TO:                    Assistant Superintendent for Instruction/Chief Academic Officer

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

  1. A Master’s degree or higher.
  2. A valid Michigan teaching certificate.
  3. At least five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience in K-12 schools.
  4. Expertise in science with emphasis on the elementary and middle school levels.
  5. Experience in planning and presenting staff development programs.
  6. Ability to effectively communicate through the spoken and written word.
  7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously as a member of a team.
  8. Knowledge and experience in the use of instructional technologies and willingness to use them.
  9. Knowledge of K-12 curriculum and instruction principles and practices.
  10. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

 

  1. Expertise in the areas of Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP), Michigan Merit Curriculum (MME), and an understanding of performance standards and assessment approaches.
  2. Knowledge and experience in the use of instructional technologies including, but not limited to, stand alone and online computer systems, video, optical media, multimedia devices and traditional audiovisual tools.
  3. Ability to demonstrate the use of the personal computer as a productivity tool including use of software such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and online communication package.
  4. Ability to effectively communicate through the spoken and written word.
  5. Willingness to experiment and promote change even when it may appear to involve some professional risk taking.
  6. Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and constituents both individually and as members of teams.
  7. Self-directed, motivated and organized.
  8. Willingness to work a flexible schedule involving early morning, evening, and/or weekend assignments as needs dictate.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

 

  1. Working with local building and district teams as they work to integrate curriculum and improve student performance.
  2. Training local school district staff in consultant’s area of expertise.
  3. Conduct research, as appropriate, to meet MISD and local school district needs.
  4. Work with Consultant Services Department staff to provide the many department services to local district educators.
  5. Keep records as directed by Assistant Superintendent for Instruction/Chief Academic Officer.
  6. Serve on and participate with internal and external committees as determined by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction/Chief Academic Officer.
  7. Experiment and promote change when it is in the best interests of the MISD and/or local school districts.
  8. Use multimedia technologies to deliver professional information and training.
  9. Remain current and conversant with the latest thinking in all areas related to the specific staff assignment.
  10. Perform other related tasks as directed by the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction/Chief Academic Officer.

  

WORK YEAR:        186 days (with an opportunity to work additional days based upon availability of funds).

 

UNION:                 This position would be within the Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers.

 

SALARY:              To be determined by qualifications and experience per the Consultant Salary Schedule of the MIFT Master Agreement.

 

STARTING DATE:    As soon as possible

 

APPLY ONLINE AT:   www.misd.net; Applications will be received in the Human Resources Department until the position is filled.

 

 

INQUIRIES CAN BE DIRECTED TO:

 

Mr. David Rilley

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources and Operations

Macomb Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield Road

Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100

586.228.3311

 

 

The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.  Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.