Position Type:
Consultant/Coordinator/Instructional Support/ Educational Consultant Date Posted:
9/15/2023 Location:
Battle Creek Public Schools - Administration Date Available:
TBD Closing Date:
Until Filled District:
Battle Creek Public Schools At Battle Creek Public Schools, transformation is underway and excellence is on the rise!
Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS) is a school district located in Calhoun County, Michigan (conveniently located between Chicago and Detroit), serving the City of Battle Creek as well as parts of Emmett, Pennfield and Bedford townships, and the City of Springfield. With a bold goal of achieving 100% success for every Bearcat, we offer a broad range of educational experiences to meet the individual needs of students at all levels, including experiential learning, individualized instruction, advanced and accelerated curricula, and outdoor education.
In 2017, BCPS received an historic investment from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and we are continuing our transformation plan, advancing bold, top-to-bottom changes to provide a world-class career, college, and community-ready education for every student, in every grade, at every school. We know that our teachers are the heart and soul of the district, and everything we do for our students begins with teachers. So, in May of 2023, we were thrilled to announce an average teacher pay increase of more than $10,000, positioning us as one of the best-paying districts for teachers in Southwest Michigan .
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (including up to $20k in home purchase assistance), and opportunities for professional development. Apply now and join the Bearcat family. Believe in the Change! Position Summary
The Fine Arts Lead Teacher on Assignment provides leadership in the development, implementation, and management of the Fine Arts programs for each grade level (K-12) at Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS). The Fine Arts Lead Teacher provides guidance in identifying appropriate instructional strategies, and providing professional development. This position is also responsible for facilitating the development of a comprehensive K-12 Fine Arts curriculum. Program areas include visual arts, theater, instrumental and vocal music, and dance. Position Responsibilities Supports individual school fine arts teachers in teaching state arts core curriculum and coordinates school, and district wide activities in achieving state, district, and school goals in the fine arts. Counsels with and mediates for classroom fine arts teachers. Coordinates teacher training and in-service. Prepares budget and monitors expenses for state, district, and individual school fine arts programs. Monitors arts needs assessments and prioritizes budgets. Coordinates fine arts activities in schools that are presented to schools from outside sources. Prepares and coordinates the district fine arts activities calendar. Coordinates the purchase and maintenance of fine arts programs equipment. Facilitates the development, implementation, and management of the Fine Arts program for each grade level K-12), provide guidance in identifying appropriate instructional strategies, is responsible for the Fine Arts program, and represent the programs in the community and state. Guides the selection of relevant instructional materials, e.g., textbooks, software, music, etc. Plans and delivers professional learning sessions. Provides assistance to classroom teachers and principals in instructional theory and practice. Prepares, manages, and oversees the Fine Arts budget and requests. Provides placement assignments and specific schedules of all Fine Arts staff members. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. Qualifications Active Michigan Teacher Certification required. Master"s Degree preferred. Prior classroom instruction experience preferred in both secondary and elementary levels. Membership in and leadership experience shown in professional arts groups expected. Evidence of professional development as required by the State of Michigan, as appropriate. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Technology skills at a level capable of creating spreadsheets, data reports, and other relevant information High level of instructional expertise Keen awareness of the moral imperative to work in the best interest of all children Experience in a diverse urban school setting *Note: This is not a supervisory position and does not include the evaluation of colleagues.
Compensation: $50,000-$82,010
Additional signing bonus of $1,500, payable upon commencement of employment
Contract: 188 Days
Organizational Relationship: Reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment. All fees required for this check (estimated $73.00) will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
The Battle Creek Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, sex, age, religion, national origin, weight, height, or marital status in its employment practices.
