Description
Holland Public Schools, located in Holland Michigan. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and has an enrollment of approximately 3000 students. We offer a dual language immersion program in Spanish in grades K-8. Holland Public Schools has a diverse student population with approximately 47% Latinx, 9% Black, 6% Mulitracial, 3 % Asian and 35% White and approximately 64% free and reduced lunch.
Holland is located on the shores of Lake Michigan with an inlet Lake Macatawa. You will love the outdoor activities, the diverse community, and be able to create the lifestyle you choose. Holland provides a small-town charm and big-city amenities. Attend our world-famous Tulip Time Festival, visit one of our neighborhood art fairs, or watch a brilliant sunset over Lake Michigan. No matter what your interests, you won't be disappointed!
With a strong belief in the impact HPS teachers are having on students and families in the district and with an understanding of the value they bring to the community as a whole, generous community members are investing in Teachers Live Here. Teachers Live Here will provide up to ten teachers per year $26,500 in down payment assistance for a home purchase within 15 miles of the school district boundaries. More information about Teachers Live Here can be found here: www.teacherslivehere.org.
Student Success Teacher
SALARY LEVEL: In accordance with the Board of Education/HEA Contract
Effective Date: August 2025
PRIMARY JOB GOAL: This course is designed to help students develop the skills, habits, and mindset needed to thrive in middle school and beyond. Through engaging lessons and activities, students will explore topics such as goal setting, time management, organization, study strategies, communication, self-awareness, and perseverance. Emphasis is placed on personal responsibility, growth mindset, and developing positive relationships. The class also provides students with tools to navigate academic challenges and build confidence in their abilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Teach Study Skills: Instruct students on organization, note-taking, test preparation, and time management.
Goal Setting & Reflection: Guide students in setting academic and personal goals, tracking progress, and reflecting on growth.
Support Academic Strategies: Provide direct instruction in executive functioning, reading comprehension, and learning techniques.
Teach Morphology & Word Roots: Instruct students in understanding word parts (prefixes, roots, suffixes) to enhance vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Build Academic Language: Help students recognize and apply root words to decode unfamiliar terms across content areas.
Support Literacy Across Subjects: Connect vocabulary instruction to science, social studies, and other academic content to build cross-curricular skills.
Promote Digital Awareness: Teach students how to navigate digital spaces safely, responsibly, and effectively.
Model Responsible Tech Use: Guide students in understanding appropriate online behavior, digital etiquette, and screen-time balance.
Teach Digital Citizenship: Cover topics such as cyberbullying, digital footprints, media literacy, and online privacy.
Support Research & Tech Skills: Help students develop basic skills in online research, evaluating sources, and using educational technology tools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Must be qualified according to Michigan Dept. of Education criteria for Middle School Teaching (grades 6-8)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Demonstrates the physical and psychological capacity for the demands of the teaching assignment/coaching assignment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION: All candidates should apply online at: www.hollandpublicschools.org by May 5, 2025.
APPLICANTS:
Holland Public Schools encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Holland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. Everyone is welcome at our school events as well. Call 616-494-2005 and we will make reasonable accommodations for disabled persons. Inquiries regarding our district's non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Katie Pennington, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, Holland Public Schools, 320 W. 24th St., Holland, MI 49423.