1st Grade Teacher - Data-Driven Growth Leader

Global Educational Excellence LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillars Academy in Southfield, Michigan is hiring a 1st Grade Elementary Teacher. This full-time exempt role reports to the Academy Principal and requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate or eligibility.

CAP pathway available; satisfactory background check required. The Elementary Teacher will deliver standards-aligned instruction in a K–5 setting, develop data-driven instruction, foster positive relationships, use assessments to guide instruction,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with elementary endorsement, or eligibility for certification.
• CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.
• 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

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan elementary teaching certificate or eligibility

CAP eligibility determined at time of application

Job description

Pillars Academy in Southfield, Michigan is hiring a 1st Grade Elementary Teacher. This full-time exempt role reports to the Academy Principal and requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate or eligibility.

CAP pathway available; satisfactory background check required. The Elementary Teacher will deliver standards-aligned instruction in a K–5 setting, develop data-driven instruction, foster positive relationships, use assessments to guide instruction,