Y5-8 Teacher at Walton Charter Academy 2026-27 School Year
National Heritage Academies
Location
Pontiac, Michigan
Quick overview
The role involves proactively preparing to assume responsibility for a classroom teacher position when a vacancy arises, including mapping out schedules and collaborating with grade-level teams. Responsibilities also include creating an engaging learning environment, leveraging a proven curriculum, analyzing student data, and professionally collaborating with staff to meet student needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative certification requirements, for which NHA offers support. The position is for a Ready to Place Teacher (RPT) hired before a specific classroom opening is confirmed for the 2026-27 school year.
Job description
School Information
Located in Pontiac, MI, Walton Charter Academy opened in 1999 and serves students Young 5-8. At Walton Charter, you can connect passion with purpose.
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Why Choose Walton Charter Academy
Starting pay above market scales. Personalized development and coaching opportunities. High level of support for all staff. Strong, dynamic parent volunteer group. Outperform local districts consistently on state assessments. Ensure a safe learning environment. Winner of the Michigan Building Hope Award for achievement and work with multi-lingual students. Awarded Detroit’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.
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.
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