ELEMENTARY TEACHER

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

MPSERS retirement

Job summary

Westwood Heights Schools in Michigan is seeking an enthusiastic Elementary School Teacher to join our team and foster an engaging, inclusive classroom. The role emphasizes supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally within MTSS frameworks.

The ideal candidate will hold a Michigan Teaching Certificate and a bachelor's degree, with MTTC and reading coursework completed, plus background checks and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with elementary endorsement.
• Pass MTTC subject exam(s).
• Complete required diagnostic reading coursework per MDE guidelines.
• State and Federal Background Check clearance (LiveScan) and CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and differentiate instruction aligned with Michigan standards.
• Assess student progress using formative and summative tools.
• Support MTSS to create a positive, structured learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student growth.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, SPED staff, and school leadership.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Parent communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Michigan Teaching Certificate

MTTC requirement

MDE reading coursework

Background check & CPR/First Aid

Job description

Westwood Heights Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Elementary School Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will foster an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where all students are supported academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and differentiate instruction aligned with Michigan K12 Academic Standards.
• Assess student progress using formative and summative tools to guide instruction.
• Foster a positive, structured, and safe learning environment using multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student growth and well-being.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, special education staff, and school leadership.

Mandatory Certification & Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Teaching Certificate: Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate elementary endorsement
• Testing: Passing score on the corresponding Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) subject exam(s).
• Reading Requirements: Completion of required diagnostic reading coursework per MDE guidelines.
• Clearances: State and Federal Background Check clearance (LiveScan Fingerprinting) and valid CPR/First Aid certification.

Note: Candidates holding a valid Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) via an approved Michigan Alternative Route program will also be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on the district Master Agreement step schedule.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Enrollment in the Michigan Public School Employees' Retirement System (MPSERS).