Kindergarten Teacher - Culturally Responsive Classrooms

University Prep Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

University Prep Schools in Detroit, MI seeks an elementary teacher to implement curriculum, maintain a positive classroom culture, and use assessments to drive instructional practice. You will contribute to students' social, emotional, and academic development, with culturally responsive teaching, strong family engagement, and collaboration with colleagues to support student success.

The district offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a content area.
• Valid Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and implement best practices acquired that focus on instruction and high student achievement.
• Provide instruction that is culturally responsive and culturally sustaining.
• Build relationships with students to create a positive, structured learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow
• Actively engage parents in the learning process and work collaboratively with families
• Use data to refine lesson plans and inform instructional practices

Skills

Curriculum implementation

Assessment-driven instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in content area

Michigan teaching certification with endorsement in content preferred

Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Job description

University Prep Schools in Detroit, MI seeks an elementary teacher to implement curriculum, maintain a positive classroom culture, and use assessments to drive instructional practice. You will contribute to students' social, emotional, and academic development, with culturally responsive teaching, strong family engagement, and collaboration with colleagues to support student success.

The district offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional