Cole Academy is hiring a full-time Elementary Art Teacher to work at both our Lansing and East Lansing campuses. Must have teacher certification and Elementary Education Art endorsement.

Cole Academy is Lansing's longest-standing charter school in the state of Michigan and received a charter through Central Michigan University in 1995. The Academy originated as an Early Childhood Center and over the years, gradually became a K-5 Public School. Combining a foundation of current, research-based, balanced literacy objectives and a sustained professional development direction from Heggerty and UFLI and current literacy program supports that "raised the bar" for student achievement. Reader’s and Writer’s Workshops continue to be critical directions for Cole Academy. Math facts operation and mastery and problem-solving are a strong focus within our math curriculum. MTSS tiered interventions and support and PBIS behavior support continue to be at the forefront of our student progress monitoring for student growth and success. All core subjects are a priority with ELA and Math as the foundation.

Cole Academy Values

We are committed to hiring a racially diverse staff at our district.
Willingness to learn new skills, to be reflective, and to acquire new knowledge through sustained professional learning
Establishes and maintain standards for student behavior needed to achieve a respectful and cooperative learning atmosphere in the classroom

Performance Responsibilities:

Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
Continuously evaluates students’ academic, emotional and social growth using appropriate records, and prepares ongoing progress reports
Ability to work effectively with colleagues regarding curriculum, instruction, interventions and assessment
Follows the goals of students an IEP or 504 plan
Maintains ongoing, multiple methods of communication with parents
Maintains professional competence through learning activities provided by the District and/or self-selected professional learning activities
Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the building administrator following guidelines outlined in the Employee Handbook and by the Board of Education

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Art, Education, or a related field.
Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan with Elementary Education Art endorsement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.

Company Benefits:

Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans
5% 401(k) company match
Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer
Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on Cole Academy, please visit our website at https://www.coleacademy.org/.

Elementary Art Teacher 25/26 School Year