Elementary Teacher

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a dedicated Elementary School Teacher for Oakland International Academy. The successful candidate must hold a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement. Responsibilities include developing course materials, assessing student performance, and maintaining a safe, positive classroom environment. The role also emphasizes collaboration with parents and ongoing professional development. Join a community dedicated to the educational success of young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop a course of study according to curriculum guidelines.
• Prepare assignments and tests; monitor and assess student results.
• Maintain order in the classroom and address behavioral issues.
• Establish a safe and healthy educational environment.
• Counsel students experiencing academic difficulties.
• Report on student development during conferences.

Skills

Classroom Management

Verbal Communication

Resolving Conflict

Presentation Skills

Self-Motivated

Motivating Others

Listening

Collaborative Teaching

Deals with Uncertainty

Objectivity

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Classroom
• Date Posted: 9/19/2024
• Location: Oakland International Academy- Elementary
• District: Oakland International Academy

Oakland International Academy and Caniff Liberty Academy is Looking For an Excellent Elementary School Teacher!

*Must hold a current Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement

Job Title: Elementary School Teacher

Job Summary Elementary School Teacher
Promotes and nurtures the education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study; monitoring, assisting with, and correcting, academic efforts; providing a safe environment conducive to learning; keeping parents informed.

Essential Duties Elementary School Teacher

• Educates students by planning and developing course of study according to curriculum guidelines; school district and state requirements.
• Tailors course of study by developing modifications for several levels of academic ability and previous achievement.
• Develops and presents lesson plans by using a variety of techniques, including lectures, projects, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet.
• Monitors, assists, corrects, and grades student results by preparing assignments and tests for in‑school preparation and homework; conducting standardized tests in accordance with district policies and state law.
• Maintains order in the classroom by counseling students with behavioral problems; consulting with other professionals where there appears to be evidence of learning disabilities, drug, or alcohol abuse, problems of social adjustment, or child abuse.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy educational environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Intercepts deterioration in achievement by counseling students with academic difficulties; drawing on the school system's resources for additional academic assistance.
• Keeps parents informed by maintaining records of academic performance, attendance, and social acclimation; reporting on all elements of student development at parent‑teacher conferences, both regularly scheduled and as‑needed.
• Provides student support services by monitoring halls, study periods, and lunchroom; sponsoring student organizations or activities.
• Updates job knowledge by attending faculty meetings; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhances school's reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Performs related duties as required and requested by supervisor.

Skills/Qualifications Elementary School Teacher
Classroom Management, Verbal Communication, Resolving Conflict, Presentation Skills, Self‑Motivated, Motivating Others, Listening, Collaborative Teaching, Deals with Uncertainty, Objectivity, Confidentiality

Job Specifications Elementary School Teacher

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree and possess a current and valid Michigan Teaching Certificate required by the Michigan Department of Education.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed materials with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.