1st Grade Teacher — Inspiring, Inclusive Class Leader

Lake Superior Academy; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, &牙;

5% 401(k) company match

Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by theem

Voluntary Plans Available

Job summary

Lake Superior Academy in Sault Ste Marie, MI is seeking a K/1 Grade Teacher with a valid Michigan teaching certificate to join our tuition-free public school. The position emphasizes safe, engaging learning environments and standards-aligned instruction across literacy, math, science, and social studies.

The teacher will differentiate instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with families and colleagues to support student achievement and the school's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Michigan teaching certificate with elementary endorsement.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and development.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons for K/1 grade.
• Create an inclusive, structured classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Assess student progress with varied methods and use results to guide instruction.
• Communicate with parents about student progress and behavior.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and school initiatives.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Master's degree a plus

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Lake Superior Academy in Sault Ste Marie, MI is seeking a K/1 Grade Teacher with a valid Michigan teaching certificate to join our tuition-free public school. The position emphasizes safe, engaging learning environments and standards-aligned instruction across literacy, math, science, and social studies.

The teacher will differentiate instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with families and colleagues to support student achievement and the school's mission.