1st Grade Teacher
Global Educational Excellence/GEE
Location
Ypsilanti Charter Township, Michigan
Quick overview
The teacher is responsible for delivering standards-aligned, data-driven instruction while managing a productive and safe classroom environment. They must also build positive relationships with students and maintain regular communication with parents and administrators regarding student progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Michigan teaching certificate or be eligible for certification through the state board. A satisfactory criminal background check is also required for all applicants.
Job description
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Location: Pittsfield Academy
FLSA Status: Exempt | Full-Time
Reports To: Academy Principal
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, merit pay bonus, 401(k)
About gee
Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Our staff benefit from structured mentorship, weekly professional development, and a collaborative school culture.
Position Summary
The Elementary Teacher delivers engaging, data-driven instruction in a K–5 classroom setting, manages classroom culture, and supports the whole-child development of each student.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate elementary endorsement, or eligibility for certification through the Michigan State Board of Education
- Candidates who do not yet hold a Michigan teaching certificate may qualify through enrollment in GEE's Career Advancement Program (CAP), which provides a supported pathway to Michigan certification. CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.
- Satisfactory criminal background check
- Core responsibilities
- Design and deliver standards-aligned instruction that produces measurable student growth
- Build positive, achievement-focused relationships with students
- Use formative and summative assessment data to adjust instruction and meet individual student needs
- Implement a tiered system of support within the classroom
- Coordinate instruction within and across grade levels
- Communicate regularly with parents, coaches, and administrators regarding student progress
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and collaborative planning sessions
- Maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom environment
Physical requirements
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods. Work environment includes elevated noise levels.
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not exhaustive. GEE reserves the right to amend responsibilities to meet organizational needs.
Global Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. #HPGEE
How To Apply: Global Educational Excellence (GEE)
2455 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
careers.gee-edu.com | hr@gee-edu.com | (734) 369-9500
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- Merit pay bonus