Inspiring 2nd Grade Teacher: Growth & Community

Choice Schools Associates; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Schools Associates operates Benton Harbor Charter School Academy, a school focused on trust, care, and rigorous learning. The successful candidate will foster strong student–family relationships, inspire curiosity, and champion accountability for student success.

The role emphasizes flexible, creative teaching, professional development, and leadership responsibilities in a collaborative school community committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsements in appropriate grade and subject levels.
• Or, minimum of a Bachelor's degree and willingness to work through an alternative MTTC pathway, including passing endorsements.
• Experience with current instructional strategies for primary instruction is desirable.
• Strong technology usage for instruction and record-keeping is expected.

Responsibilities

• Own curriculum planning and instructional goals.
• Adapt materials to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Plan effectively and organize instruction.
• Motivate students to reach high levels of achievement.
• Collaborate with guardians and build trust within the school community.
• Participate in policy development affecting instruction and school success.
• Use technology for instruction and administrative tasks.
• Uphold professional and ethical standards.

Skills

Belief in learning for all

Relationship building

Change agent mindset

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Alternative MTTC pathway

Job description

Choice Schools Associates operates Benton Harbor Charter School Academy, a school focused on trust, care, and rigorous learning. The successful candidate will foster strong student–family relationships, inspire curiosity, and champion accountability for student success.

The role emphasizes flexible, creative teaching, professional development, and leadership responsibilities in a collaborative school community committed to excellence.