Elementary K-5 Teacher

Memspa; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Paid time off

Performance bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Oakland International Academy is hiring for the 2026–2027 school year to fill an Elementary Teacher role. You’ll plan and deliver core instruction, support multilingual learners, and help students build skills for college and beyond.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-8 Endorsement, or active pursuit through the ITC pathway. EMAN supports certification and offers professional development and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-8 Endorsement or ITC pathway in progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver core subject instruction matched to each student’s level.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Communicate with parents on progress, behavior, and goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to improve curriculum and practice.
• Maintain accurate records including grades and attendance.
• Support professional development and school activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organization

Growth mindset

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Michigan teaching certification

Tools

Google Classroom

SMART Boards

Job description

Deadline: October 30, 2026
District/Organization: Oakland International Academy
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $53K-60K

Elementary Teacher

LOCATION

SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday, onsite, following the school calendar. 181 instructional days.

START DATE

September 28, 2026

COMPENSATION

Base salary plus up to $5,000 bonus

BENEFITS

TIMEFRAME

2026-2027 School Year

About EMAN

Education Management & Networks, Inc. (EMAN) is an education management organization that partners with public charter schools across Southeast Michigan. Founded in 2003, EMAN supports a network of schools serving 3,000+ students and more than 200 employees. EMAN provides the operational, financial, academic, HR, compliance, and student support infrastructure that helps schools run well and serve families effectively.

We’re proud to be a great place to work, with 4.0+ average ratings across Glassdoor, Indeed, and other hiring platforms from our employees.

About Oakland International Academy

Oakland International Academy is a K-12 public charter school serving more than 800 students. It is dedicated to providing a high-quality, inclusive education that meets the diverse needs of its students and prepares graduates for future success. Through innovative teaching practices, engaging learning experiences, and a curriculum aligned with Michigan standards, OIA fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and collaboration. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Schools’ honors across K-12, including ‘Top 10 in Detroit’ rankings, OIA remains committed to empowering every student with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

Oakland International Academy is hiring for the 2026–2027 school year. You’ll do more than teach core subjects: you’ll help students from diverse backgrounds, including English language learners, build the skills and confidence to get to college and beyond.

Certification:A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement is preferred. If you’re not yet certified but are willing to work toward it, including through Michigan’s Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) pathway, we want to hear from you. We know many strong educators come to the classroom through alternative routes, and we don’t want that to be a barrier to applying. EMAN offers a tuition assistance program to assist all teaching staff in attaining certification or pursuing a higher degree in the field of education. We also offer mentoring within their first 3 years of teaching and professional development onsite for all staff by dedicating every Friday afternoon to professional development.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver core subject instruction matched to each student’s current level
• Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on results
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on progress, behavior, and goals
• Work with teachers and school leadership to improve curriculum and classroom practice
• Maintain accurate records, including grades, attendance, and IEP/504 documentation
• Participate in faculty meetings, school events, and professional development activities

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement, or actively pursuing certification through an approved pathway (see above)
• Strong classroom management, organizational skills, and commitment to growth
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with students and families

Preferred:

• Experience with Google Classroom, SMART Boards, or similar classroom tech
• Experience teaching multilingual learners or English language learners
• Competitive base salary plus a performance bonus up to $5,000
• Free medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, including toward a Master’s degree
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off: full pay for personal days and holidays

EMAN is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.