3rd Grade Teacher

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy; Muskegon Heights (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy is seeking a dedicated 3rd Grade Teacher to foster student interest and academic growth. The role emphasizes mastery of Michigan Academic Standards, differentiated instruction, and data-informed planning in a dynamic classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will bring a valid Michigan teaching certificate, a bachelor's degree, and at least 3 years of teaching experience, with a preference for a master's degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Active Michigan teaching certificate with correct endorsement.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of meeting Highly Qualified requirements per No Child Left Behind.
• Ability to teach and develop curriculum for assigned grade level(s).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned to Michigan standards and district curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction using relevant technology to support diverse learners.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Support students who are behind or struggling with content.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to improve lessons and learning outcomes.
• Maintain clear communication with students and parents about progress and needs.
• Establish learning objectives for all activities and manage behavior per school rules.
• Use formative and summative assessments to inform daily instruction.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum development

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Michigan Teaching Certificate

3 years teaching experience

NCLB Highly Qualified

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic 3rd 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.