Elementary Teacher – 1st Grade

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks parental leave

Job summary

Lamphere Schools is hiring an Elementary Teacher for 1st grade at Hiller Elementary School. Compensation will be at the appropriate step on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule. This position requires a Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate and a strong commitment to student learning.

Selected candidates must pass a district fingerprint history check; district policies emphasize non-discrimination and professional conduct, with two weeks parental leave and collaborative work with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate, required.
• Knowledge of elementary student expectations across academic, social, emotional and behavioral milestones.
• Experience with Reading, Writing and Math Workshop models.
• Experience using student data to guide instruction in all subjects.
• Strong commitment to educating students.
• Ability to create lesson plans and apply instructional strategies for diverse classrooms.
• Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with staff, administrators, students and parents.
• Proficiency in Google Suite applications and online sourcing tools.

Skills

Elementary Teaching Certificate

Reading Writing Math Workshop

Data-driven instruction

Google Suite

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Deadline: October 16, 2026
District/Organization: Lamphere Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Position: Elementary Teacher – 1st Grade
Location:Hiller Elementary School
Compensation: At the appropriate step on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate, required
• Knowledge of elementary student expectations including academic, social, emotional and behavioral milestones
• Experience or knowledge of Reading, Writing and Math Workshop models
• Experience utilizing student data to drive instruction in all subject areas
• Strong commitment to educating students
• Ability to create lesson plans and implement instructional strategies to address the needs of students in various classroom settings
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to schedule changes
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to workeffectively and collaboratively with colleagues, administrators, students and parents
• Proficiency in Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) and online sourcing tools with functional knowledge of internet use for search platforms
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find acceptable and appropriate

This position is classified as Exempt
Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189.
Ability to withstand the strains and successfully manage the responsibilities of the position.
Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.
All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.
Two weeks parental leave

Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.