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Working from NexTech High School, the certified teacher will support students in a face-to-face setting utilizing an online curriculum to provide content area instruction as well as mentoring a small group toward graduation and life throughout their high school career. NexTech embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 150 students who work closely with a teacher-advisor to monitor their progress and tailor their school experience to meet their individual needs, interests, and life circumstances.

NexTech High School in Grand Rapids is currently hiring a full time Art Teacher / Student Mentor.  Michigan teaching certificate required with endorsement.  Visual Art (LQ) or any other secondary endorsement with a willingness to work toward adding the required endorsement. Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?  Blended learning is the cutting-edge combination of face-to-face and online learning that provides students with a “greater than the sum of its parts” educational experience. Working from NexTech High School, the certified teacher will support students in a face-to-face setting utilizing an online curriculum to provide content area instruction as well as mentoring a small group toward graduation and life throughout their high school career.  The teacher will actively facilitate whole group, small group, and individualized instruction to students, based on need. All instruction will support, and be aligned, with the students’ online curriculum and the Common Core State Standards. At NexTech High School, Grand Rapids, teachers, and students spend their day in an open environment that was specifically designed to mirror a more contemporary office environment while supporting student instructional needs. NexTech embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 150 students who work closely with a teacher-advisor to monitor their progress and tailor their school experience to meet their individual needs, interests, and life circumstances.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Use and adjust existing online curriculum to present lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents)</li><li>Support the online instructional program through differentiated learning activities aligned to students’ strengths and weaknesses; </li><li>Develop in-depth knowledge of all courses and applicable supplemental/support resources for grades 9-12; </li><li>Monitor academic progress; </li><li>Grade student assignments, create progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner; </li><li>Tutor struggling students and accelerate advanced students, in small groups or one-on-one; </li><li>Support students with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects; </li><li>Communicate with administrators, parents, students, and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;  </li><li>Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program; </li><li>Create opportunities for students to participate in project-based learning activities that align with their courses and the Common Core State Standards; </li><li>Support students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) by using specific materials/methods and/or material modifications identified in the IEP; </li><li>Log key student and parent contacts;  </li><li>Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation; </li><li>Support student needs by being available for occasional evening hours;  </li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>We are looking for talented, collaborative, and reform-minded educators who are passionate about teaching and creating an environment where everyone can achieve at high levels. Strong candidates should embody the following characteristics:<ul><li>Highly qualified and certified in secondary education in Michigan.</li><li>Equally passionate about content area and educating teenagers</li><li>Experience and demonstrated interest in working with youth (both strivers and strugglers) in a diverse urban environment</li><li>Experience working in a school or other educational environment</li><li>Strong multi-cultural skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both oral and written</li><li>Customer focused approach</li><li>High degree of flexibility</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work well in an innovative, fast-paced environment</li><li>Team player track record</li><li>Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing</li><li>Ability to work remotely, if necessary</li></ul>Company Benefits:<ul><li>Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans</li><li>5% 401(k) company contribution </li><li>Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer</li><li>Voluntary Plans Available</li></ul>For more information on NexTech High School, please visit our website at https://www.nextechhigh.org/CS Partners/Partner Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information,  military or veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, height, weight, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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As a Full-Time Graphic Designer at Mel Trotter Ministries, you will play a pivotal role in the Advancement Department, working closely with the Marketing Manager to elevate our brand through captivating visuals. Located onsite at 225 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, this position allows you to engage directly with clients, fostering hope and transformation in a vibrant, community-focused environment.

Join Mel Trotter Ministries as a Full-Time Graphic Designer and immerse yourself in a role that makes a profound impact on the lives of those in need. Located onsite at 225 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, this position allows you to engage directly with clients, fostering hope and transformation in a vibrant, community-focused environment. In this role you'll have the opportunity to thrive as you collaborate with a dedicated team committed to excellence and service. This role not only challenges you to be your best self but also empowers you to be a source of dignity and support for others.Every day presents a chance to influence lives positively while living out your faith in action. Take this opportunity to align your career with your passion for helping others in a mission-driven organization.<h3>A LITTLE about us</h3>Mel Trotter Ministries is a faith-based, nonprofit organization committed to providing safe shelter and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. We work to create a structured, respectful environment where each person is treated with dignity and care. Our approach is rooted in compassion, consistency, and accountability, with a focus on meeting immediate needs while supporting long-term stability. Through collaboration and a shared sense of purpose, our team works each day to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.<h3>Your day as a Graphic Designer</h3>As a Full-Time Graphic Designer at Mel Trotter Ministries, you will play a pivotal role in the Advancement Department, working closely with the Marketing Manager to elevate our brand through captivating visuals. Your mission? To create high-quality graphics that speak to our public and donor community, using your expertise in Adobe Creative Suite. You'll design and edit an array of content formats-from logos and newsletters to eye-catching social media graphics and videos.By collaborating with the team and embracing creative conceptualization, your innovative ideas will shine as you meet deadlines and uphold quality standards. With a blend of creativity, technical proficiency, and teamwork, you'll contribute significantly to the Advancement Department's goals, ensuring our message is communicated effectively and resonates with all who engage with our mission.<h3>What you need to be successful</h3>To excel as a Full-Time Graphic Designer at Mel Trotter Ministries, a combination of education, experience, and key skills is essential.Knowledge and skills required for the position are:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or related field required</li><li>Minimum 5 years of related education or job experience</li><li>Strong graphic design portfolio showcasing layout skills, typography and creativity</li><li>Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)</li><li>Basic video editing or motion graphics</li><li>Able to create engaging, interesting content that accurately represents the MTM brand</li><li>Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and timeliness</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office</li></ul><h3>Ready to join our team?</h3>If this role seems like a fit for you, apply now. We look forward to hearing from you!

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