Dynamic Elementary Teacher — Grades 3 to 5

Kent Consortium; Buildings; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentwood Public Schools is hiring an Elementary Classroom Teacher for grades 3 through 5 for the 2026-2027 school year in Michigan. The role focuses on delivering district-approved curriculum, differentiating instruction, and promoting a conducive learning environment.

Collaboration with grade-level teams and ongoing professional development are expected. The candidate will plan lessons, assess student progress, communicate with parents, and ensure attendance and behavior standards are

Qualifications

• Must meet State of Michigan requirements for Professional Development.
• Experience with current school math curriculum.
• Experience teaching within the Balanced Literacy format.
• Strong reading background.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Michigan teaching certificate

EL certification or experience with EL students

Job description

Kentwood Public Schools is hiring an Elementary Classroom Teacher for grades 3 through 5 for the 2026-2027 school year in Michigan. The role focuses on delivering district-approved curriculum, differentiating instruction, and promoting a conducive learning environment.

Collaboration with grade-level teams and ongoing professional development are expected. The candidate will plan lessons, assess student progress, communicate with parents, and ensure attendance and behavior standards are