Kindergarten Teacher: Innovative, Equity‑Focused

Bhas; Benton Harbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton Harbor Area Schools in Michigan seeks a Kindergarten Teacher for the Discovery Enrichment Center to deliver the district's curriculum and create a supportive classroom culture. The candidate will develop lesson plans, provide instruction to diverse learners, assess progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff to advance student achievement.

Responsibilities include integrating technology, managing behavior, and participating in professional development and district

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with endorsements ZN, ZO, or ZG, or eligible for a full-year permit.
• Minimum two years of successful teaching experience.
• Familiarity with virtual/online learning.
• Ability to incorporate technology into instruction.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet the challenges of an urban school district.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, music, and other activities per district curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to student needs.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to create a conducive learning environment.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Collaborate with other professionals to assess and support students' health and learning needs.
• Maintain inventory records of textbooks and materials.
• Participate in district professional development programs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Data-driven results

Innovative problem-solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Equity commitment

Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate (ZN/ZO/ZG) or eligible permit

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Benton Harbor Area Schools in Michigan seeks a Kindergarten Teacher for the Discovery Enrichment Center to deliver the district's curriculum and create a supportive classroom culture. The candidate will develop lesson plans, provide instruction to diverse learners, assess progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff to advance student achievement.

Responsibilities include integrating technology, managing behavior, and participating in professional development and district