3rd Grade Teacher

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% 401K contribution

3% 401K match

Life, ADD, STD, LTD paid by employer

Job summary

American Montessori Academy in Westland seeks a dedicated 3rd Grade Teacher to provide standards-aligned instruction and support students' academic and social growth within a Montessori framework. The teacher will differentiate lessons, collaborate with families and colleagues, integrate technology, and participate in school activities to foster a lifelong love of learning and equitable outcomes.

Ideal candidates will hold a Michigan elementary certificate, be reflective, and committed to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and child development.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and manage diverse classrooms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with families.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver standards-aligned lesson plans for third grade.
• Create an inclusive, structured classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Assess learning using various methods and data.
• Monitor progress and maintain records to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and school improvement.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Participate in IEP/504 and other meetings as required.
• Integrate instructional technology and innovative strategies.
• Attend professional development and school activities.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Differentiation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Michigan elementary teaching certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Classroom
• Date Posted: 9/16/2026

American Montessori Academy located in Westland is hiring a 3rd Grade Teacher. Must have teacher certification and endorsement. Great benefits offered!

AMA is a welcoming and genuine learning environment. Our teachers are reflective, productive and equitably adapt their instruction to meet each student's needs. Through the Montessori philosophy and individualized learning paths, we engage students to emerge as self-directed learners, flexible thinkers, and peaceful problem solvers.

Above all, we pride ourselves in the fact that we create lasting relationships among our students, parents and staff. Do you possess the following characteristics?

Flexibility ? The ability to build positive relationships ? Reflective and authentic ? Team player ? Proactive and Solution focused ? lifelong learner ? Professional ? Equitable ? Employs Montessori approach ? Innovative ? Leadership ? Passionate about student success

Job Summary

The 3rd Grade Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and the social, emotional, and personal growth of students. This position delivers standards-aligned instruction that builds foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. The 3rd Grade Teacher collaborates with students, families, and colleagues to promote student achievement and support the mission and values of the school.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans that meet the academic, social, and developmental needs of third-grade students.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that promotes student engagement, responsibility, and respect.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and individual student needs.
• Assess student learning through a variety of methods, including assignments, projects, quizzes, tests, observations, and classroom participation.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate academic records, and use assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Foster the development of foundational literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies skills through engaging and effective instructional practices.
• Establish and maintain effective classroom management practices that encourage positive student behavior and a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, analyze student data, and support school improvement initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, academic performance, and behavioral concerns.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP), Section 504, and other student support meetings as required.
• Integrate instructional technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, professional development, and other assigned duties.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Cognitive Demands:

• Supervision of multiple students in a classroom setting.
• Establishing routines and procedures that promote student success and independence.
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and productive learning environment.
• Creating and implementing engaging instructional plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Monitoring student progress and adapting instruction based on assessment data.
• Managing multiple priorities while meeting instructional deadlines.
• Participating in continuous professional development.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Frequently stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom.
• Occasionally bend, kneel, squat, or reach while assisting students or organizing classroom materials.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school settings.
• Withstand moderate noise levels throughout the school environment.
• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary.
• Assist/lift students, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with the appropriate elementary grade-level endorsement.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, child development, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Ability to develop engaging lessons that promote academic achievement and the social-emotional development of young learners.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning, instruction, and assessment.
• Proficiency in integrating instructional technology into the classroom.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and school leadership to support student success.

Company Benefits:

• 4% 401K company contribution
• 3% 401K company match
• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

For more information on American Montessori Academy, please visit our website at https://www.americanmontessori.net/