Teacher - Grade 1 - Keewahdin Elementary

Keewahdin Elementary School; Fort Gratiot Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Keewahdin Elementary School in Port Huron Area School District seeks a Grade 1 classroom teacher to provide engaging instruction and foster lifelong learning. The role requires a valid Michigan teaching certificate and a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred.

The candidate should demonstrate technology proficiency and be able to work collaboratively within the district. The position is full-time, 183 days, with competitive salary data per negotiated agreement and daily responsibilities

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's 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.

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.
• Work in a collaborative environment and be willing to learn new skills or revamp curriculum.
• Be flexible, resourceful, innovative and manage the design and execution of learning experiences responsive to student needs.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development; encourage and monitor progress.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments and provide feedback.

Skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Job description

Teacher - Grade 1 - Keewahdin Elementary

Port Huron Area School District Keewahdin Elementary School - Fort Gratiot Township, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5925723

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Building:

Keewahdin Elementary

Position:

Grade 1 Classroom Teacher

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

7.5 Hrs Day / Enter Times Here/ 183 Days

Effective:

To Be Determined

Allocation:

1.111.11.0000.1241

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate.
• 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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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