Kindergarten Teacher

UEC; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UEC in Flint, MI is seeking an Elementary School Teacher to plan and deliver instruction aligned with Michigan standards and district curriculum. You will foster a positive classroom environment and address social-emotional development while using data to tailor instruction.

The role requires Michigan elementary teaching certification, MTSS/PBIS experience, and the ability to collaborate with families and staff. Strong communication and attendance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate elementary education endorsement(s); early childhood education coursework or endorsement preferred.
• Highly qualified to teach at the elementary level per state and federal requirements.
• Experience with MTSS, PBIS, and differentiated instruction.
• Knowledge of child development, early literacy, numeracy, and effective instructional practices for young learners.
• Familiarity with Michigan K-12 Standards, assessment practices, and curriculum development.
• Ability to create and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Successful completion of all required criminal history and background checks.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Michigan K-12 Standards and district curriculum.
• Create and maintain a safe, positive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes student learning and social-emotional development.
• Assess student progress using various formative and summative measures and use data to inform instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to foster positive behavior and engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, support staff, and families to support student success.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, behavior, and school activities.
• Participate in IEP, Section 504, and MTSS processes as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required reports timely.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development activities, and other district-required functions.
• Comply with district policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Michigan K-12 Standards and district curriculum.
• Create and maintain a safe, positive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes student learning and social-emotional development.
• Assess student progress using various formative and summative measures and use data to inform instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to foster positive behavior and engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, support staff, and families to support student success.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress, behavior, and school activities.
• Participate in IEP, Section 504, and MTSS processes as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required reports timely.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development activities, and other district-required functions.
• Comply with district policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate elementary education endorsement(s); early childhood education coursework or endorsement preferred.
• Highly qualified to teach at the elementary level per state and federal requirements.
• Experience with MTSS, PBIS, and differentiated instruction.
• Knowledge of child development, early literacy, numeracy, and effective instructional practices for young learners.
• Familiarity with Michigan K-12 Standards, assessment practices, and curriculum development.
• Ability to create and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Successful completion of all required criminal history and background checks.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary per Atherton Education Association contract.