2nd Grade Teacher

Global Education Excellence•Warren, MI

12h

About The Position

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. The position is at Unity Academy and reports to the Academy Principal. Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Staff benefit from structured mentorship, weekly professional development, and a collaborative school culture. GEE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an appropriate elementary endorsement, or eligibility for certification through the Michigan State Board of Education.
Satisfactory criminal background check.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.