Position Type :
Elementary School Teaching / Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
Date Posted : 7 / 23 / 2024
Location :
Bertha Neal Elementary
Closing Date : Until Filled
District : Durand Area Schools
Instructional - 1st Grade Teacher
Qualifications :
- Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Must hold a valid State of Michigan Elementary Teacher Certificate or endorsement; ZA endorsement preferred
- Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required
- Meet NCLB standards for the position
- Knowledge of best practices in instruction; specifically in literacy and math
Responsibilities :
Continuous ongoing learning and the development of the instructional craft.Encourages, supports and mentors ongoing learning in students.Positive relationships and communication, promoting and modeling a safe and supportive learning culture for all.Establishing a learning environment that is accountable for effective instruction, assessment and data-driven decision-making.Collegiality and professionalism at all times.Participates in professional development, maintains appropriate certification and qualifications and keeps current in changing pedagogy.Teaches district-approved curriculum, as well as local and state standards, using best-practices and program-specific objectives.Creates a positive, engaging classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriately responds to the maturity level and interest of the students.Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans.Proactively teaches appropriate behavior and expectations.Identifies and responds to the learning style of all students. Differentiates instruction to accommodate these styles.Communicates regularly with students, parents, families and administration in advocacy of student growth. Develops communication plans that adjust for varying levels of parent involvement and inclusion.Adheres to district and school rules and procedures.Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism at all times.Maintains regular predictable attendance.Other duties as assigned by the building administrator.Starting Date : 2024-2025 School Year
APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Interested candidates must submit a letter of application, resume, and credentials online at www.applitrack.com /
Direct Supervisor : Mr. Robert Cawson
Bertha Neal Elementary School Principal / Preschool Director
930 W. Main St.
Durand, MI 48429
989-288-8832