Secondary English Language Arts Specialist

At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), we’re more than educators. We are innovators, collaborators, and community builders serving over 64,000 students and 8,500 educators across the region. Whether it’s general education, special education, or career technical education, we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.

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The 6-12 Secondary English Language Arts Specialist will provide leadership, expertise and oversight to 6-12 ELA programs, services and initiatives that support our county districts and Public School Academies. They will facilitate and lead efforts that focus on evidence-based practices to improve outcomes in reading, writing, and disciplinary literacy for 6-12 students. They will support and assist district/building leaders and classroom teachers with the most current knowledge around the implementation of effective literacy practices, secondary disciplinary literacy, and secondary Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

They will serve on county and state level committees, associations, and networks.

• Bachelor’s degree in secondary education, English Language Arts, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in literacy, reading, English Language Arts, curriculum development, educational leadership, or related area required.
• Thirty graduate hours beyond the master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate required. Experience with disciplinary literacy, MTSS, or related secondary literacy programs preferred.
• Minimum five years of secondary teaching experience required. District leadership experience required.

$68,422 – $89,275 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Sick Days – 10
• Personal Business Days – 3

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

• Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield – MESSA
• Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
• Life, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
• Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance

Two plan options through the 15th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

• Professional Development opportunities
• Longevity pay after 10 years of service

• We value each other
  , support one another, and celebrate every win.
• We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
• Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work‑life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.
• Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
• Be a part of an employee‑focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset”.

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success
, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way?

If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD’s culture, reach out at any time!

Human Resources:

Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.