CTE - Sports Medicine Instructor

Buchanan Community Schools is welcoming applicants for a CTE - Sports Medicine Co-Instructor at Buchanan High School. The district seeks qualified applicants to provide learning instruction for various courses within the science discipline.

General duties and responsibilities:

• To instruct high school students enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program
• Develops positive relationships with administration, colleagues, parents, and students. Cooperative team player in any group setting.
• Communicates regularly and effectively with parents, staff and students
• Teaches district approved curriculum
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students
• Arranges and sets up the classroom. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Demonstrates successful teaching of school students in grades eleven through twelve grade
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and creating a climate respectful of all learners
• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports. Each teacher shall evaluate the work of each student in their class. This evaluation should be carried out carefully, equitably, and thoroughly. Students who are having problems should be counseled as soon as the problems are evident. In addition, their parents should be notified. It is required that all teachers assign grades to each student each grading period and report these grades in the manner prescribed by the principal. It is also required that special reports be sent home for any student who receives a failing grade
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day
• Develop positive relationships with administration, colleagues, parents, students, and a cooperative team player in any group setting
• Carries out the routine management procedures, including taking and reporting attendance each period; signing corridor passes; passing out and collecting forms for the office, as well as other less common tasks
• Requests the equipment, textbooks, etc. necessary to teach assigned classes. Cares for the equipment assigned by requesting necessary maintenance and by carefully supervising student use of the equipment
• Maintains inventory of equipment, furniture, and materials
• Works to develop a positive feeling among students and the public toward Buchanan Community Schools
• Keeps update of the latest developments in field, seeking to improve professional performance
• Responsible for professional behavior consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the Board of Education
• Ability to plan and implement accommodations for ELL, Special Education, 504, and at-risk students
• Plans and coordinates the procedures of parapros, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
• Provides accurate and timely reports as required by administration
• Impeccable character, sense of humor, and compassion for students, families, and district staff
• Assists CTE Director with all CIP Self-Review documentation.
• Plans budget and needs of program in conjunction with CTE Director.
• Maintains regular, reliable and punctual attendance
• Any other duties or responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the administration
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment in the District

Supervisory Responsibilities : supervises students in the classroom.

Qualification Requirements: to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience
• • Must possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • For teaching in a subject or field in which a business or industry license or certification is required, at least ONE of the following is required:
  • • Holds a professional business license or industry certification in the same subject matter or field
    • Previously held a business or industry license or certification in that same subject matter or field that expired no more than two years before the non-certified, non-endorsed teacher’s initial employment under this section and was in good standing immediately before the license or certification expired.
  • Must have recent experience that is earned within the preceding ten-year period from the date of the application
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• • Certification in Athletic Training
  • Vocational certification required or eligible to receive vocational certification
• Language Skills
• • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, parents, peers, administrators, the general public, and the Board of Education. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Mathematical Skills
• • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability
• • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Other Skills and Abilities
• • Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on divisions and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies; ability to use and integrate technology such as computers, e-mail, Internet, etc. to support student learning and facilitate program management.
  • Technologically literate using Chromebook computers and Google applications
  • Knowledge and prior use of State of Michigan Curriculum benchmarks and grade level content expectations. Use of MDE curriculum in guiding planning, teaching and learning activities and strategies for all subject areas as well as formative and summative assessments.
  • Able to effectively take direction, as well as, work independently and as a member of a team
  • Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
  • Punctual and rarely absent work habits
  • Knowledge of Michigan curriculum standards
  • Knowledge/Experience in Cooperative Learning
  • Knowledge/Experience in Differentiated Instruction
  • Knowledge/Experience in remediation strategies

Physical Demands: the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. The employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or the work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment: the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

Position Details:

• Title: CTE - Sports Medicine Co-Instructor – Buchanan High School
• Reports to: CTE Director, Ms. Dawn Huff
• Starting date: ASAP
• Calendar: 2025-26 school year, 185 teacher days, part-time position (prorated)
• Compensation: According to contract
• Posting date: January 20, 2026
• Application deadline: Until filled

Application and supporting materials should be submitted using

Buchanan Community Schools’ online employment link:

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Ms. Huff at: [email protected]



Buchanan Community Schools

Statement of Assurance of Compliance With Federal Law

Buchanan Community Schools complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of the Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender/sex, height, weight, marital status, or disability shall be subjected to discrimination in any program, service, or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Compliance Officers for Affirmative Action and review of Federal requirements are as follows: Section 504 and ADA; Callie Campbell (Director of Special Education, 695-8442), Title IX and Title VI; Brian Pruett (Buchanan High School Principal, 695-8404) and Shelby Beasley (Buchanan Middle School Principal, 695-8406).