2nd Grade Teacher

Michigan Association of School Boards; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Community Development Academy in Michigan is seeking a dynamic 2nd Grade Teacher to join our team and inspire a love of learning. The position offers full-time status with a salary of $45,000–$60,000 per year, commensurate with experience and credentials.

The teacher will design engaging lessons, utilize Michigan Standards, collaborate with colleagues, and communicate regularly with families to support student growth and achievement.

Qualifications

• Valid MI teaching certificate with endorsement for the subject area.
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements as defined by NCLB.
• Ability to teach and develop curriculum for assigned grade levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with Michigan standards.
• Differentiate instruction using technology.
• Monitor progress and adjust teaching strategies.
• Support students who are behind or struggling.
• Collaborate with teachers to improve learning.
• Communicate with students and parents about progress.
• Establish clear objectives for learning activities.
• Maintain classroom discipline per school policy.
• Utilize assessments to inform daily instruction.
• Create classroom assessments showing student proficiency.

Skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Communication with parents

Technology in classroom

Education

State of Michigan Teaching Certificate

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Deadline: January 11, 2027
District/Organization: Commonwealth Community Development Academy
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $45,000 – $60,000 / year

We are seking 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:

• 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.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Help individual students who are behind or struggling to learn content.
• Collaborate with other Teachers to develop lesson plans and improve the overall learning process.
• Communication with students and parents regarding student progress and/or needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Understanding of how to use formative, summative, and interim assessment data to inform daily instruction.
• Ability to create classroom assessments that effectively measure student proficiency levels as demonstrated by the Michigan Academic Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the subject area(s) being taught.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years teaching.
• Must have evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements, as defined by No Child Left Behind.
• 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.