1st Grade Teacher

Position Details

Instructional 1st Grade Teacher

Qualifications :

• Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Must hold a valid State of Michigan Elementary Teacher Certificate or endorsement; ZA endorsement preferred
• Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required
• Meet NCLB standards for the position
• Knowledge of best practices in instruction; specifically in literacy and math

Responsibilities :

• Continuous ongoing learning and the development of the instructional craft.
• Encourages, supports and mentors ongoing learning in students.
• Positive relationships and communication, promoting and modeling a safe and supportive learning culture for all.
• Establishing a learning environment that is accountable for effective instruction, assessment and data-driven decision-making.
• Collegiality and professionalism at all times.
• Participates in professional development, maintains appropriate certification and qualifications and keeps current in changing pedagogy.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum, as well as local and state standards, using best-practices and program-specific objectives.
• Creates a positive, engaging classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriately responds to the maturity level and interest of the students.
• Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans.
• Proactively teaches appropriate behavior and expectations.
• Identifies and responds to the learning style of all students. Differentiates instruction to accommodate these styles.
• Communicates regularly with students, parents, families and administration in advocacy of student growth. Develops communication plans that adjust for varying levels of parent involvement and inclusion.
• Adheres to district and school rules and procedures.
• Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism at all times.
• Maintains regular predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned by the building administrator.

Starting Date : 2024-2025 School Year