K-5th Grade Teacher - SY 25-26

ACCEL Schools; Inkster (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated K-5th Grade Teachers in Inkster, Michigan, for the upcoming school year. This role involves preparing engaging lesson plans, fostering a positive classroom environment, and utilizing innovative teaching strategies to support student learning and development. The ideal candidates will possess a passion for education, a strong commitment to student success, and an active Michigan teaching license. Join a network of high-performing schools that prioritize educational equity and empower students from diverse backgrounds. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while enjoying career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Voluntary short-term disability insurance

Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Active Michigan teaching license required.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is essential.
• Experience in urban educational environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans tailored to student needs.
• Create a positive learning environment for diverse students.
• Utilize best practices in classroom instruction and management.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage confidential information

Classroom management

Technology integration in education

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Active Michigan teaching license

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

ACCEL Schools is hiring highly qualified K-5th Grade Teachers in Inkster, Michigan dedicated to providing a superior education for all students for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. We are seeking teachers who are passionate and dedicated to bringing the curriculum to life for each student. We want our teachers to be excited to create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

About the Opportunity:

Responsibilities of the Teacher include:

1. Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year
2. Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
3. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
4. Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
5. Manage student behavior in the classroom
6. Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in
7. Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
8. Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
9. Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
10. Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
11. Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
12. Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
13. Perform other duties as assigned

About You:

1. Active and current state of Michigan teaching license in appropriate content area
2. Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
3. High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Ability to properly manage confidential information
6. Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
7. Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
8. Experience working within an urban environment

About Us:

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

We offer the following benefits:

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.