On the Rise Academy - Continuing Teacher - Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Integrated Science
Job Description
Job Title
Title: On the Rise Academy – Continuing Teacher – Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Integrated Science
Location: Various Schools
Salary: $55,000-$94,000
Reports to: Principal/Designee
Bargaining Unit: DFT
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility: School-based, not eligible for telecommuting.
Summary:
On the Rise Academy is a Michigan Department of Education-approved alternative teacher certification program that prepares participants to become exceptional teachers in Secondary Mathematics and Secondary Science who will uphold the mission, vision, and values of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Individuals admitted to the program will become On the Rise Academy “Continuing Teachers”. The program commences with admissions coursework. Continuing Teachers are required to complete the Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Science coursework strand and pass the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) in Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Integrated Science before moving into a Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Science position. The 3-year program offers a rigorous training model that includes coursework, supervised field experience and multiple performance screens. Continuing Teachers who complete all program requirements, including passing performance screens, will be recommended for a standard teaching certificate with an endorsement in Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Integrated Science after their third year of effective teaching. The program is $6,000, though tuition will be forgiven for participants who remain teaching in DPSCD in their certification area for a minimum of 6 years. Please refer to our website (https://www.detroitk12.org/Page/15346) for more information about On the Rise Academy.
Please note: Candidates who apply to this posting are applying to On the Rise Academy program for Continuing Teachers and not a teaching role. Candidates who successfully complete our selection process will receive more information about options for teaching assignments once admitted into the program.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
Possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (from the most recent degree-granting program)
Attend an Informational Session (register here or email [email protected])
Pass the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification in Secondary Mathematics or Secondary Integrated Science
Received Thrive Evaluation Rating of “Effective” or "Highly Effective” for school years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024
Requirements:
The following items must be uploaded and submitted in your online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not submit a cover letter.
Resume (additional attachment)
Unofficial Transcript(s)
Final Thrive Evaluation Rating for the 2022-2023 school year
Final Thrive Evaluation Rating for the 2023-2024 school year
Program Requirements:
Attend regularly and engage fully in a rigorous training model which includes the enrollment course and completion of the equivalent of 32 credits of online and face to face coursework.
Pass the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) in Secondary Mathematics (022) or Secondary Integrated Science (094).
Participate in and engage fully in 1:1 and small group coaching.
Meet the minimum requirements as indicated in the Michigan Department of Education (MDE)-approved alternative certification program requirements.
Follow all District policies, work rules, essential functions, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
Other duties as assigned.
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 and unofficial transcript to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of acceptance.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 252-3023.
DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.
