Upper Elementary Teacher

UPPER ELEMENTARY TEACHER – 1.0 FTE

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:          •  State of Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate
                          •  Believes that ALL children can learn and is accepting of differences in students
                          •  Strong literacy teaching background and knowledge
                          •  ZG Endorsement

Desired:            

•  Understanding of a balanced, literacy-based approach to instruction including guided    
    reading, word work, shared reading, etc. 

•   Familiar with Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment Systems & Continuum

•   Skilled at utilizing a variety of assessments to inform their teaching 

•   Familiar with Units of Study (reading and writing)                       

•  Understanding of developmentally-appropriate curriculum

•   Knowledgeable about Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)

•  Ability to recognize different learning styles and use of differentiated strategies 

•  An  appreciation  for  diversity  and  a  desire  to  assist  all  students  in  becoming cross-culturally competent

•  Team approach to planning and school wide initiatives

•  Successful classroom management strategies and skills

•  Ability to use and integrate technology seamlessly 

•  Enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work cooperatively with students, parents, teachers and administrators

•   Willingness and commitment to participate in curriculum development, school improvement committees, and professional development opportunities

SALARY:                     Per Contract Schedule

STARTING DATE:      Fall 2018

CONTACT:                  Interested applicants should apply online: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp

DEADLINE:                  Until Filled