First Grade Teacher

Memspa; Greenville (MI); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Greenville Public Schools in Michigan is seeking a First Grade Teacher to foster a nurturing, engaging learning environment for young students and build foundational academic and social skills.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate (ZG). In-person, full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate (ZG) required.
• Experience with elementary curriculum preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with district standards.
• Assess student progress using varied assessments.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Maintain accurate academic records and classroom management.
• Communicate with families about student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Educational technology

Communication with families

Background check

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Deadline: September 30, 2026
District/Organization: Greenville Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: $46,483-$97,543 per year

Title: First Grade Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Schedule: 1.0 FTE

Salary: $46,483 – $97,543 per year, based upon relevant prior work experience and education

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, LTD, and life

POSITION SUMMARY: The First Grade Teacher is responsible for fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment where young students develop foundational academic and social skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: other duties may be assigned

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with district curriculum and state standards
• Provide instruction in core academic areas, including reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students
• Assess student learning using a variety of formative and summative assessment methods
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate academic records
• Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment
• Establish and maintain effective classroom management procedures
• Foster student social-emotional development and positive peer relationships
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, behavior, and classroom activities
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, special education staff, interventionists, and other support personnel
• Participate in professional development activities, staff meetings, and school improvement initiatives
• Utilize educational technology to enhance instruction and student engagement
• Commitment to regular and predictable attendance
• Adherence to Greenville Public Schools core values: integrity, collaboration, compassion, and responsibility

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills
• Proficiency in lesson planning and curriculum development
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Familiarity with educational technology and digital learning tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, and staff
• Satisfactory background check

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Elementary Education endorsement (ZG)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk. Employees will occasionally kneel, squat, and stoop while interacting with students. Employees will use their hands to handle, control, grasp, move, and feel documents and office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to reach above head and shoulder level. Occasionally required to carry, lift, and move up to 25 pounds and provide proper crisis intervention as needed. In-person work is required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communication: The employee must have clear speaking and sufficient hearing to communicate effectively and appropriately in person and on the telephone. Ability to write business correspondence in a professional manner. Ability to present information to small and large groups.
• Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to use good judgment in making decisions.
• Interpersonal: Maintain and encourage a safe environment for all students, staff, and the community. Effective organizational skills. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to be flexible in dealing with staff, students, parents, and the community. Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, dependability, honesty, and self-motivation while performing the duties of the position. Exhibits a positive image as a representative of the school district.
• Mathematics: Ability to perform basic math computations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Environmental: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. The employee must be able to work under fluorescent lighting. The employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and is therefore subject to varying weather conditions.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Greenville Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.