Elementary Teacher

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Academy is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher to join our team as a full-time educator in Michigan. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons aligned with Michigan standards, using technology to differentiate instruction, and tracking student progress with data-informed adjustments.

Collaboration with fellow teachers and clear communication with families are essential. The ideal candidate holds a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements, a Bachelor's degree, and at

Qualifications

• Requires valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with approved endorsements.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned with Michigan standards.
• Use technology to support differentiated instruction and student engagement.
• Monitor progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Identify and assist students who are behind or struggling to learn.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve lesson plans and the learning process.

Skills

Michigan standards knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Assessment and reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Deadline: November 29, 2026
District/Organization: Arbor Academy
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $38K / year

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Elementary 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:

• 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.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Help individual students who are behind or struggling to learn content.
• Collaborate with other Teachers to develop lesson plans and improve the overall learning process.
• Communication with students and parents regarding student progress and/or needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Understanding of how to use formative, summative, and interim assessment data to inform daily instruction.
• Ability to create classroom assessments that effectively measure student proficiency levels as demonstrated by the Michigan Academic Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the subject area(s) being taught.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years teaching.
• Must have evidence of meeting highly qualified requirements, as defined by No Child Left Behind.
• 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.