Overview
Edwardsburg Public Schools, a National Blue Ribbon district, is accepting applications for a full-time, dynamic, energetic First Grade Teacher. The successful candidate will maintain a positive learning environment, effectively hold high academic expectations, and create a student-centered classroom while building rapport with students, parents, and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The person selected for this position will be the one who offers the best combination of training, experience, and attributes in accordance with the following:
• Must meet State of Michigan Certification requirement to teach Primary School students.
• Successful experience as a Primary teacher, student teacher, or substitute teacher.
• Experience with Structured Literacy and the Science of Reading
o Deep understanding of phonological and phonemic awareness
o Ability to explicitly teach phonics, decoding, encoding, and morphology
o Strong knowledge of orthographic mapping
o Experience implementing structured literacy programs
o Skilled in diagnostic assessment and data-driven instruction
o Understanding of language comprehension, vocabulary, background knowledge, and syntax development
• Ability to recognize and respond to individual differences.
• Ability to implement a variety of instructional and assessment methods.
• Good interpersonal and classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated interest in personal professional development.
• Experience as a collaborative team participant.
• Complete (at applicant’s expense) State-mandated Criminal Background Check
DUTIES:
A. Plan and deliver Michigan’s Academic Standards using evidence-based instructional strategies
B. Provide and maintain an orderly classroom environment
C. Possess a working knowledge of formative and summative assessment strategies that align with the Michigan Academic Standards and can be used to monitor student achievement and growth
D. Work independently and cooperatively in the teaching mode
E. Perform other duties as assigned by administrator
Apply To: Candidates who are qualified and wish to be considered for this position must submit an online application at www.edwardsburgpublicschools.org that includes a letter of application/resume, three (3) letters of reference and a copy of your transcripts, MTTC scores, Michigan Certification and credentials with attention to: Tracy Spaulding, Primary School Principal. EOE
