What You Will Do:
- Designing, developing, and delivering quality lesson plans and curricula that adhere to district expectations.
- Designing suitable assessments and delivering helpful feedback to students, parents, and other teachers.
- Providing extra resources, support, and interventions for students who are struggling.
- Grading papers, updating records, and handling various administrative tasks.
- Creating an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and voicing concerns.
- Participating in other school activities and regularly communicating with parents.
- Enforcing classroom management and school administrative policies.
- Assessing and accommodating students’ learning needs and styles.
- Using technology to deliver lessons and other educational materials.
- Communicating effectively with students, parents and staff.
- Preparing students for standardized science and post-secondary entrance tests.
Need to Have:
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
- Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education
- RX Endorsement Social Studies 6-12
- Must Be Highly Qualified According to NCLB Standards
Preferred Personal and Professional Competencies:
- Dedication, patience, and the ability to remain calm.
- The ability to create an environment where everyone’s opinions are respected.
- A passion for social studies and a commitment to continuing education.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Analytical skills to assess the educational needs, individual needs, strengths and weaknesses of students
- Problem-solving skills to create both broad and individualized educational solutions
- Exceptional organizational skills to plan and deliver lessons, assignments and assessments
- Time management abilities for timely planning, grading, and meeting deadlines
- Technology skills to deliver educational content in unique and modern ways
A COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002
From PDF Description
Position Announcement
Job Title: 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Location: Watervliet Public Schools Start Date: Aug 14, 2026
Salary Range/
Level:
Per the Master Agreement Terms of
Employment:
Per the Master Agreement
Date Posted: May 1, 2026 Application Deadline: When filled
Application
Process:
A COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002
Watervliet Public Schools
Watervliet Public Schools is seeking an outstanding 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher. The City of
Watervliet is located in southwest Michigan, approximately 15 miles east of the St. Joseph/Benton Harbor
metropolitan area, in Berrien County, and 35 miles west of Kalamazoo, MI. The school district serves
approximately 1,450 PreK-12 students with the Middle School comprising approximately 300 students in
grades 6th through 8th grades. The district also has long-standing, successful traditions in academics,
athletics, and the arts.
Watervliet Middle School has developed a tradition of earning awards for strong academic performance that
exceeds statistical expectations. In 2023, WMS earned the prestigious America’s Best Middle Schools
designation by U.S. News and World Reports(Bronze Award). The district also has long-standing,
successful traditions in athletics and the arts.
Job Description
What You Will Do:
● Designing, developing, and delivering quality lesson plans and curricula that adhere to
district expectations.
● Designing suitable assessments and delivering helpful feedback to students, parents, and
other teachers.
● Providing extra resources, support, and interventions for students who are struggling.
● Grading papers, updating records, and handling various administrative tasks.
● Creating an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and voicing
concerns.
● Participating in other school activities and regularly communicating with parents.
● Enforcing classroom management and school administrative policies.
● Assessing and accommodating students’ learning needs and styles.
● Using technology to deliver lessons and other educational materials.
● Communicating effectively with students, parents and staff.
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● Preparing students for standardized science and post-secondary entrance tests.
Need to Have:
● Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
● Bachelor Degree in Secondary Education
● RX Endorsement Social Studies 6-12
● Must Be Highly Qualified According to NCLB Standards
Preferred Personal and Professional Competencies:
● Dedication, patience, and the ability to remain calm.
● The ability to create an environment where everyone’s opinions are respected.
● A passion for social studies and a commitment to continuing education.
● Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
● Analytical skills to assess the educational needs, individual needs, strengths and
weaknesses of students
● Problem-solving skills to create both broad and individualized educational solutions
● Exceptional organizational skills to plan and deliver lessons, assignments and
assessments
● Time management abilities for timely planning, grading, and meeting deadlines
● Technology skills to deliver educational content in unique and modern ways
Notice of Non-discrimination
It is the policy of the Watervliet Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, religion, age,
marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, weight, height, or handicap be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any
of its programs or activities.
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