English Language Arts Teacher; 6th Grade

English Language Arts Teacher (6th Grade)

Eastpointe Community Schools EASTPOINTE MIDDLE SCHOOL - EASTPOINTE, Michigan

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Sep 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:
Aug 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Immediately

Job Title:

English Language Arts Teacher

Schools:
Eastpointe Middle School - 6th Grade

Does your passion for Language Arts drive your engagement with colleagues, students, parents, and the community? Can your teaching talent raise the profile of a school by growing ELA scholars? Can you develop a school culture of pride and high achievement? Are your students passionate and proactive about writing because of you? Do you differentiate and scaffold Language Arts learning for each student?

Who we are:

Eastpointe Community Schools is in the business of transforming lives. Our partnership with the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and University of Virginia’s Partners for Leaders in Education (UVA-PLE) has created a unique opportunity for rapid district turnaround. Part of our continued growth and improvement involves increasing educational expectations, developing a culture of support, and nurturing all students to address academic, behavioral, and interpersonal needs.

What we offer:

While all schools face challenges, at Eastpointe we all roll up our sleeves and work together to get things done. Our district appreciates talents and skills that others may have missed and embraces disruptive leaders willing to challenge the status quo. As a High School English Language Arts Teacher in our district, you will work side by side with your Principal and Literacy Team who will help move you and our Language Arts program forward.

You will find tremendous opportunities for professional learning in Eastpointe, as continuous growth is an expectation for all employees. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of continuous improvement with educators who feel this work is a calling, and where every interaction with students counts.

What we are looking for:
If you are passionate about inspiring excellent Literacy instruction, guiding Language Arts learners, and growing strong relationships with families, students, and our community, we are looking for you! If you understand the PLC Cycle, are enthusiastic about professional Literacy learning, and deliver value consistently, we want you!

Minimum

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education with ELA Major, or beyond

State of Michigan Teaching Certification, grades 6-12 or 5-9 English Language Arts (BA or BQ)

Organizational Skills

Successful Classroom teaching experience

Salary Data: per EFE Contract. EFE contract isa
15 step schedule. Bachelor’s lane: $50,831- $82,897. Master’s lane: $55,105- $87,756, plus $3,000 additional on each step for MA+30 or beyond.

Position Type:
Full-Time

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