K-8 Teacher at River City Scholars Charter Academy (2026-27 School Year)
National Heritage Academies
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Quick overview
The role involves proactively preparing to assume classroom teaching responsibilities for the upcoming school year by mapping out schedules and preparing materials. Duties include creating an engaging learning environment, leveraging a proven curriculum, analyzing student data, and collaborating professionally with staff to meet student needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative certification requirements, for which National Heritage Academies will provide support. The position is for a Ready to Place Teacher (RPT) hired before classroom openings are confirmed.
Job description
School Information
Located in Grand Rapids, MI, River City Scholars Charter Academy opened in 2012 and serves students K-8. At River City Scholars, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about River City Scholars Charter Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/river-city-scholars-charter-academy/en/academics].
Why Choose River City Scholars Charter Academy
- Starting pay is above market scales.
- Behavioral support is available for both teachers and students (ABSS).
- Staff have access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities are provided to support growth.
- You’ll work with colleagues you enjoy collaborating with to serve students.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ready to Place Teacher (RPT) is a great way to bring your passion for being a teacher to our school! We are looking to pro-actively hire talented teachers for the upcoming school year before classroom openings become available. As the school starts to map out the classroom schedule for the upcoming school year, RPTs will be assigned a specific classroom and will work with their school leadership and other teachers in the same grade level to best prepare for the school year.
- Prepare to assume responsibility of a classroom teacher when a vacancy becomes available
- Create a classroom environment that is engaging and conducive to learning.
- Leverage a curriculum proven to drive the academic success of students. A set of curricular resources are there for you to take and implement in your classroom based on the needs of students.
- Analyze and use student data to inform your teaching.
- Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.
Qualifications
• Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements. NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey.
Please click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/who-we-are] to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.