Teacher - Elementary - Grade 1

Garfield Elementary School; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Garfield Elementary School in Port Huron, Michigan is seeking a Teacher - Grade 1 to join the Port Huron Area School District family.

The role requires a valid Michigan teaching certificate (ZC/ZE/ZG/ZO), a minimum bachelor's degree (master's preferred), and strong technology skills. The position runs 7.5 hours per day for 183 days, with start date November 23, 2026.

Qualifications

• Michigan teaching certificate ZC/ZE/ZG/ZO required.
• Grade level experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Must be Highly Qualified in endorsement area.
• Must meet all certification/endorsement requirements.
• Must meet all NCA and Michigan Department of Education requirements.
• Be proficient in the use of technology.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities for Grade 1.
• Create an environment that fosters achievement and life-long skills.
• Foster positive relationships to support student success.
• Instruct and monitor use of learning materials and equipment.
• Demonstrate comfort with new technology and apps.
• Be a role model for lifelong learning and professional behavior.
• Collaborate and be willing to learn/revise curriculum.
• Manage learning experiences to meet students' needs.

Skills

Teaching certificate

Endorsement proficiency

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Port Huron Area School District Garfield Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Teacher - Elementary - Grade 1

Port Huron Area School District Garfield Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Port Huron Area School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5933952
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 23, 2026

Job Description

Building:

Garfield Elementary

Position:

Teacher - Grade 1

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

7.5 Hrs Day / Enter Times Here/ 183 Days

Effective:

November 23, 2026

Allocation:

1.111.06.0000.1241

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate ZC, ZE, ZG, ZO required.
• Grade level experience preferred.
• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Must be Highly Qualified in endorsement area.
• Must meet certification and endorsement requirements for assignment.
• Must meet all NCA and Michigan Department of Education requirements.
• Be proficient in the use of technology.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Create and maintain an environment that fosters student achievement and the development of lifelong skills.
• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Show confidence in working with new technology and various application packages.
• Be a role model for students regarding life-long learning and professional behavior.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative environment and area always willing to learn new skills or revamp their curriculum.
• Be flexible, resourceful, innovative and can effectively manage the design and execution of learning experiences, both formal and informal, that are very responsive to the needs of students and the context in which learning is taking place.
• Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments and provide appropriate feedback on work.
• In this role you must be able to bend, twist, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 pounds in assisting students
• Assume other responsibilities as determined by their supervising administrator.
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups

SELECTION COMMITTEE

EVALUATED BY SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATOR

SALARY DATA AS PER NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Caryn M. VanderHeuvel , Director of Human Resources
• Central Office
• Port Huron, Michigan 48060
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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