Job Posting: 25-26-138

Posting Type: Internal/External

Posting Date: May 1, 2026

Position: First Grade Teacher

Location: Orchard View Early Elementary School

Reports to: Building Principal

Deadline to apply: May 10, 2026

Position Available: 2026/2027 Academic Year

Requirements:

· Must possess a valid Michigan elementary teaching certificate and meet state requirements

Responsibilities:

1. Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements

2. Must have satisfactory rating in most recent performance evaluation (formal or informal)

3. Knowledge of current curriculum trends and ability to write and develop new curricular direction in Input/participation in building and district committee structure to develop new curricular guidelines for all ages

4. Commitment to work effectively with fellow staff members

5. Recent teaching experience desirable

6. Knowledge of technology as instruction tools or willingness to become knowledgeable through independent training as soon as possible and commitment to use same regularly to enhance instruction effectiveness

7. Knowledge of, and ability to implement cooperative learning strategies and differentiated instruction on a regular basis

8. Knowledge of an ability to implement higher order thinking skill development on a regular basis

9. Knowledge of and ability to regularly use the writing process and expository writing to enhance teaching and learning

10. Desire to develop an interdisciplinary approach to delivering instructional outcomes

11. Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines, and building regulations

12. Willingness to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal and/or special education administrator

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or 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.