Employment Opportunities

Category: Elementary School Teaching/Art
Date Posted: 5/17/2022
Location: Robert Kerr Elementary and Bertha Neal Elementary
Date Closing: Until Filled
 

STEM/ART Teacher

STEM teacher will be responsible for developing learning activities and hands-on material, tending to individual student needs, and communicating regularly with parents.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate grade level endorsement K-5 all subjects.

2. Highly Qualified to teach K-5 as per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements.

 ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

1. Degree in a STEM field

2. State teaching license relevant in the field.

3. Knowledge of STEM best practices.

4. Empathy and great interpersonal skills.

5. Excellent written and verbal communication.

6. Proficiency with basic computer software such as Word and Excel.

7. Experience working with children and adolescents. Previous experience as a STEM teacher will be advantageous.

8. Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for building collegial relationships with students, parents, and colleagues 

9. Ability to differentiate instruction for students of varying abilities while maintaining high academic rigor and expectations for all students

10. Demonstrate strong classroom management skills with the use of positive behavior interventions

11. Demonstrate professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession

12. Willingness to supervise or direct student activities

13. Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.  

14. Completes all district and state reporting requirements.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Salary and benefits in accordance with the Master Agreement between the Durand Area Schools Board of Education and the Durand Education Association.

Please attach a Letter of interest, resume, professional references, copy of transcripts, certificates and credentials to application.

Starting Date:   2022-2023 School Year
 

Category: Food Service/Lunchroom Aide
Date Posted: 6/20/2022
Location: Durand Middle School
Date Closing: Until Filled

Hours:     2 Hour Shifts  (while school is in session and lunch is being served)


Duties/Responsibilities:  
1. Supervise students in lunchroom
2.  Assist in cleaning and preparation of lunchroom
3.  Any other duties as directed by the principal or food service director
 
Qualifications:
1. Possess a high school diploma
2. Show evidence of good health
3. Self-motivated individual
4. Ability and willingness to work in cafeteria environment
 
Rate of Pay:   Per MESPA Contract
 

Category: Student Support Services/CTE Paraprofessional
Date Posted: 9/26/2022
Location: All Buildings
Date Closing: Until Filled
 

• ETS Parapro Assessment

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide group and/or individualized guided practice with classroom tasks, when needed, under the direction of the teacher
• Facilitate self-directed learning and independence for student within the general education setting
• Provide assistance when needed to student for daily tasks, including assisting with bathroom needs
• Any other duties as assigned by building principal (including outside student pick up/drop off supervision before and after school)

Qualifications:

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or obtain an associate's degree (or higher); or successful completion of the MTTC Basic Skills or WorkKeys (prior to 7/1/2016) or ETS Parapro Assessment (see attached information)
• Show evidence of good health
• Self-directed individual
• Ability and willingness to work with professional teaching staff
• Strong verbal/language and mathematics skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds of weight

Rate of Pay:   $11.82

 
 

Category: Support Staff
Date Posted: 9/26/2022
Location: Robert Kerr; Bertha Neal
Date Closing: Until filled
 

Hours:     4 hours and 45 mintues (afternoons) - on call basis

Duties/Responsibilities:  
1.  Supervise students on the playground
2.  Supervise students in the lunchroom
3.  Help clean-up the lunchroom, if needed (assist tear down of the lunchroom tables and equipment plus operate the floor scrubber)
4.  Office duties and support as assigned
5.  Bus duty

Qualifications:
1. Possess a high school diploma
2. Show evidence of good health
3. Self-motivated individual
4. Ability and willingness to work in cafeteria environment

 Rate of Pay:  $10.10

 

Category: Student Support Services/CTE Paraprofessional
Date Posted: 10/31/2022
Location: Bertha Neal Elementary
Date Closing: Until filled
 

• ETS Parapro Assessment Testing.pdf

Preschool Paraprofessional  (Monday through Thursday) 6 hours per day- Temporary position through the end of the school year 2022-2023

 

Location: Bertha Neal Elementary

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist student participation within the daily classroom routine

• Provide group and/or individualized guided practice with classroom tasks, when needed, under the direction of the teacher and in coordination with the special education teacher

• Facilitate self-directed learning and independence for students within the general education setting

• Provide assistance when needed to students for daily tasks, including assisting with bathroom/toileting needs as well as promoting student safety and independence as needed

• Any other duties as assigned by building principal or special education teacher (including bussing supervision before and after school)

Qualifications:

• Minimum associates degree or 2 years of college (equal to 60 semester hours) or successful completion of the MTTC Basic Skills or WorkKeys or ETS Parapro Assessment

• Show evidence of good health

• Self-directed individual

• Ability and willingness to work with professional teaching staff

• Strong verbal/language and mathematics skills

• Passion for supporting students/children

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds of weight

Rate of Pay:   Per MESPA Contract  

 

 
 

Category: Transportation/Substitute Bus Driver
Date Posted: 1/24/2023
Location: Transportation Department
Date Closing: Until Filled
  Substitute bus drivers work on an as-needed basis. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Applicant must be minimum 21 years old with at least 5 years driving experience.
• Ability to secure and maintain required licenses and certifications through the State of Michigan (CDL with B, P, and S endorsements). All fees and training will be paid by the District for qualified candidates, subject to continued successful employment.
• Must pass a physical examination including random drug testing, demonstrating mental/physical ability and stamina for meeting the requirements of the position.
• Ability to maintain order and safety among students on the bus, communicating clearly and in a positive manner.
• Criminal background check including fingerprinting required.

Rate of Pay:   $16.27./hour for regular runs. $15.03/hour extra trip driver (includes layover time). Pay rate may be adjusted based upon experience as a school bus driver.


Contact John Smyth at 989-288-5060 for more information.