1st Grade Teacher - Data-Driven Growth & CAP Pathway

Global-Educational-Excellence; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) seeks a 1st Grade Elementary Teacher for Pillars Academy in Southfield, MI. The role delivers engaging, data-driven instruction in a K–5 classroom, supports whole-child development, and helps maintain a positive learning environment.

A Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate (or eligibility) are required; CAP program options are available. The position is full-time, with regular professional development and collaborative planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with elementary endorsement, or eligibility for certification.
• CAP eligibility or enrollment pathway to Michigan certification.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver standards-aligned instruction that produces measurable student growth.
• Build positive, achievement-focused relationships with students.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to adjust instruction and meet individual student needs.
• Implement a tiered system of support within the classroom.
• Coordinate instruction within and across grade levels.
• Communicate regularly with parents, coaches, and administrators regarding student progress.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and collaborative planning sessions.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan teaching certificate or elementary endorsement eligibility

Career Advancement Program CAP eligibility

Criminal background clearance

Job description

Global Educational Excellence (GEE) seeks a 1st Grade Elementary Teacher for Pillars Academy in Southfield, MI. The role delivers engaging, data-driven instruction in a K–5 classroom, supports whole-child development, and helps maintain a positive learning environment.

A Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate (or eligibility) are required; CAP program options are available. The position is full-time, with regular professional development and collaborative planning.