Classroom Teacher - Middle School

Lake Michigan Academy; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Lake Michigan Academy in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a passionate and innovative Math & Science Middle School teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team, with an average class size of 8 students for the upcoming school year.

Design and deliver engaging science and math curriculum with flexibility for project-based learning; teach small mixed-grade classes; foster hands-on investigations, and join a culture that celebrates ideas and student growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience working with middle and high school-aged students.
• A passion for science & math and a desire to inspire lifelong learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Certification is not required at the time of hire, but the successful candidate will be expected to obtain appropriate certification within two years.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging science & math curriculum with flexibility for project-based learning.
• Teach small, mixed-grade classes with average size of 8 students.
• Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning through investigations and collaborative projects.
• Join an amazing teaching team and contribute to a supportive faculty.

Skills

Science passion

Math enthusiasm

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Experience with middle/high school

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lake Michigan Academy (LMA) in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a passionate and innovative Math & Science Middle School teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team, with an average classroom size of 8 students, for the upcoming school year.

Are you an educator who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves to inspire curiosity? Do you dream of a flexible curriculum and fostering project-based learning experiences? If so, LMA is the place for you!

At Lake Michigan Academy, we believe in personalized learning and empowering our educators. As a Science Teacher, you will have the exciting opportunity to:

• Design and deliver engaging science & math curriculum: While we are integrating project-based learning, you will have significant freedom to adapt the curriculum to tailor it to student interests and real-world applications.
• Teach small, mixed-grade classes: Our average class size of 8 students allows for individualized attention and fosters strong teacher-student relationships. You'll truly get to know your students and their unique learning styles.
• Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning: We are committed to a project-based approach, and we're looking for an educator who can bring learning to life through exciting investigations, experiments, and collaborative projects.
• Join an amazing teaching team: LMA prides itself on its supportive and collaborative faculty. You'll be part of a community that shares ideas, celebrates successes, and works together to provide the best possible education for our students.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience working with middle and high school-aged students.
• A passion for science & math and a desire to inspire lifelong learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Certification is not required at the time of hire, but the successful candidate will be expected to obtain appropriate certification within two years.

Why Lake Michigan Academy?

Lake Michigan Academy is a unique educational environment where students thrive in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.

We offer:

• A commitment to innovative teaching practices.
• A collaborative and supportive faculty.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.
• A chance to have a flexible and adaptive curriculum and foster creativity while following the State of Michigan graduation requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,000 - $36,000 per year

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave