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ELEMENTARY TEACHER

Must be State of Michigan certified and highly qualified for grades K-5 self-contained classroom.  Additional certifications a plus.

 Minimum requirements:

¨ State of Michigan certified and highly qualified for grades K-5 self-contained classroom.

¨ Support and participate in all district and building level school improvement initiatives and plans.

¨ Ability to provide instruction in technology.

¨ Ability to complete all paperwork, reporting deadlines and interface with various stakeholders as required for all students. 

¨ Ability to serve in a teacher leader capacity when required.

¨ Ability to develop strong supportive parent/guardian relationships.

¨ Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and student achievement.

¨ Evidence of commitment to professional growth.

¨ Evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession.

 Full time position to begin 2023-2024 school year.

 Please email your letter of interest, resume and two current letters of recommendation in one PDF file to Jennifer Wagatha at:   wagathaj@mesick.org

Position open until filled.

Other documentation may be required prior to interview process.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

 Qualifications:

 ·         K-12 Special Education Certification required – current opening in elementary school

·         Must be knowledgeable of Common Core State Standards and strategies to meet the academic, developmental, and social-emotional needs of students

·         Competency in the administration and interpretation of academic testing and development of behavior support plans

·         Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and long lasting relationships with students, peers, parents, and community

·         Ability to communicate clearly and concisely (oral and written)

·         Strong understanding of the use of technology in educational setting

·         Support and participate in all district and building level school improvement initiatives and plans

·         Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and student achievement

·         Evidence of commitment to reflective practice and professional growth

·         Evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession

Position to begin the start of the 2023-2024 school year.

Position open until filled.

 Please email letter of interest and resumé to:  charnesk@mesick.org

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 School Counselor (2023-24 school year)

6-12 Grade – Mesick JR/SR High

 Qualifications:

·         NT Endorsement / MA and School Counseling License or ability to obtain.

·         Previous experience working as a Middle or High School Guidance Counselor.

·         Must be knowledgeable of Common Core State Standards as well as workforce and college readiness standards.

·         Strong understanding of and comfort with the use of technology in educational setting.

·         Ability to coordinate work based learning experiences with local businesses.

·         Ability to implement strategies to meet the academic, developmental, social-emotional, and post-secondary needs of all students.

·         Ability to connect students with academic, career, and health resources (locally and beyond), in order to ensure success.

·         Competency in the administration and interpretation of academic testing.

·         Experience with scheduling software (PowerSchool) preferred.

·         Ability to establish and maintain positive and long lasting relationships with students, peers, parents, and community.

·         Support and participate in all district and building level school improvement initiatives and plans.

·         Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and

            student achievement.

·         Evidence of commitment to professional growth.

·         Evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession.

 Salary dependent on experience (aligned with the teacher salary schedule).  We honor years of service.

 Mesick JR/SR High is a small school of 350 students which allows us to focus on relationship building, making connections, and providing a more personal touch than larger schools. Centrally located between Traverse City, Cadillac, and Manistee in the heart of the Manistee National Forest, natural beauty and outdoor recreation abound. Make a positive and noticeable difference and work with a dynamic and dedicated team of educators and wonderful students

 Please send letter of interest, resume and three current letters of recommendation in a single PDF file to:  moreys@mesick.org

 Mr. Scott Morey, Principal

Mesick JR/SR High School

Position open until filled.

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 Full Time Art Teacher

Mesick JR/SR High Grades 6-12

Preferred Qualifications:

●      Art Education Certification (LX)

●      Ability to establish positive and long lasting relationships with students, peers, parents, and community

●      Desire to connect students to school and instill excitement about learning

●      Ability to help students discover their passions

●      Ability and willingness to seek out and provide opportunities for experiential art education

●      Knowledge and experience with digital art media

●      Proficiency with Michigan art standards

●      Familiarity with choice based learning

●      Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and student achievement

●      Competency in the administration and interpretation of academic assessments

●      Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

●      Strong understanding of the use of technology as a tool for student engagement

●      Ability to communicate clearly and concisely (oral and written)

●      Support and participate in all district and building level school improvement initiatives and plans

●      Evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession

 Mesick JR/SR High is a small school of 350 students which allows us to focus on relationship building, making connections, and providing a more personal touch than larger schools. Centrally located between Traverse City, Cadillac, and Manistee in the heart of the Manistee National Forest, natural beauty and outdoor recreation abound. Make a positive and noticeable difference - come work with a dynamic and dedicated team of educators and wonderful students. 

 Reports to JR/SR High School Principal.

 Please send letter of interest, résumé and three letters of recommendation in a single PDF file to:  moreys@mesick.org

 Mr. Scott Morey

JR/SR High School Principal

Mesick Consolidated Schools

Position open until filled.

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Long Term Substitute - Remainder of 2022-23 School Year

Secondary Math Teacher

Preferred Qualifications:

●     Secondary math certification

●     Ability to establish positive and long lasting relationships with students, peers, parents, and community

●     Takes a dynamic and creative approach to education

●     Desire to connect students to school and instill excitement about learning

●     Ability to help students discover their passions

●     Ability to bring math concepts to life with real world examples

●     Uses hands on approach to teaching with a focus on project based learning

●     Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practice and student achievement

●     Proficiency with Michigan math standards

●     Competency in the administration and interpretation of academic assessments

●     Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

●     Strong understanding of the use of technology as a tool for student engagement

●     Ability to communicate clearly and concisely (oral and written)

●     Support and participate in all district and building level school improvement initiatives and plans.

●     Evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession

 Reports to JR/SR High School Principal.

Please send letter of interest, résumé and three letters of recommendation in a single PDF file to:  moreys@mesick.org

Position open until filled.

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

 4 ¼ hours per day - this is a union position.

Position to be paid per Master Contract with MESPA

Supervisor:  Randy Teichman

 Mesick Schools will pay for all required training.

 Must meet all State requirements.

Must have CDL Class B License with P, S and air brake endorsements.

Must sign release of driving record from Michigan State Police.

Must be State/FBI fingerprinted.

Must demonstrate positive attitude towards job, students and staff.

 Application deadline:  Open until filled

 Contact:

Randy Teichman

Transportation Supervisor

Mesick Consolidated Schools

P.O. Box 275

Mesick, Michigan  49668

Phone:  231-885-1200 ext. 3406

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SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS

Qualifications:

General knowledge and skills needed for custodial work.

Must be self-motivated and have a good work ethic.

Must be a team player.

Flexible days/hours.

High school diploma or GED required.

If interested, please contact Randy Teichman @ 231-885-1200 ext. 3406.