2nd Grade Teacher

Gaming & Technology Academy of Saginaw; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaming & Technology Academy of Saginaw is seeking a dynamic 2nd Grade Teacher to foster students' academic development and interest in learning. The role requires mastery of Michigan standards, classroom management, and collaboration with colleagues to enhance curriculum.

The ideal candidate holds a state teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsement and a bachelor's degree, with a preference for a master's degree and at least three years of teaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Master's Degree is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of meeting Highly Qualified requirements per NCLB.
• Ability to teach and develop curriculum for 2nd grade.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging 2nd grade lessons aligned with Michigan standards.
• Use technology to support differentiated instruction.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Support students behind or struggling to learn content.
• Collaborate with other teachers to enhance lesson plans and learning.
• Communicate with students and parents regarding progress and needs.
• Set clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Maintain classroom discipline and adhere to school policies.
• Use formative, summative, and interim assessments to guide instruction.
• Create classroom assessments measuring student proficiency per standards.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Minimum 3 years teaching

Highly qualified (NCLB)

Curriculum development

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated 2nd Grade Teacher to join our Team!

NATURE OF THE POSITION:

This position is responsible for fostering students' interest in education as well as academic development. The incumbent must possess a mastery command of the Michigan Academic Standards for their respective discipline and be a competent professional with in-depth knowledge of instructional best practices and educational methods and procedures specific to the secondary classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION:

1. Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and are in line with State of Michigan objectives and school-wide curriculum goals.
2. Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
3. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
4. Help individual students who are behind or struggling to learn content.
5. Collaborate with other Teachers to develop lesson plans and improve the overall learning process.
6. Communication with students and parents regarding student progress and/or needs.
7. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
8. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
9. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
10. Understanding of how to use formative, summative, and interim assessment data to inform daily instruction.
11. Ability to create classroom assessments that effectively measure student proficiency levels as demonstrated by the Michigan Academic Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the subject area(s) being taught.
2. Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
3. Minimum 3 years teaching.
4. Must have evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements, as defined by No Child Left Behind.
5. Ability to teach and develop curriculum for assigned grade level(s).

If you are passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a lasting impact on young minds, our innovative and forward-thinking team wants to speak to you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer.