3rd Grade Teacher

Portage Public Schools • Portage, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The classroom teacher will be responsible for the planning and delivery of engaging high-quality instruction to all students. They will use a variety of methodologies and curriculum resources to ensure that all students meet or exceed grade level priority standards. This position is for the 2026-27 School Year and is a PEA Contract role.

Requirements

• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate.
• Knowledge on the science of teaching reading and writing.
• Experience of administration and use of universal screeners.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to the belief that all students can learn, and to the mission of educational equity.
• Ability to use data in the decision-making process, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to continuously elevate professional contributions through ongoing reflection, building upon previous learning, and being open and receptive to ongoing feedback.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Skilled at teaching subject content in an integrated manner.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all practices.
• Utilize a variety of researched-based instructional techniques, strategies, and methods in all content areas.
• Utilize multi-tiered systems of support to identify and address barriers to learning.
• Leverage student support systems to ensure that students’ social, emotional, academic, nutritional, and health needs are addressed.
• Implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom to meet the needs of all students.
• Utilize data to inform instructional decisions for all tiers of instruction.
• Understand, value, and positively respond to the unique traits of all students.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students by connecting classroom and school-wide positive behavior supports and systems.
• The ability to prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change.
• Willingness and commitment to participate in professional learning communities, the continuous improvement process, and professional development opportunities.
• Work cooperatively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Collaborate to create and execute clear, logical instructional plans that produce strong results in student learning.
• Use a variety of methodologies and curriculum resources to ensure that all students meet or exceed grade level priority standards.
• Deliver engaging high-quality instruction to all students.
• Design and utilize formative assessments to modify and adjust instruction on a daily basis.
• Integrate 21st Century Learning Skills of critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration to learn and lead with confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create an effective learning environment using a variety of grouping techniques and arranging the physical space.
• Actively participate in instructional coaching cycles which requires analyzing data, action planning, and reflecting on the instructional practices.
• The willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches, or administrators for instructional support in the pursuit to deliver high quality instruction to all students.
• Adheres to the District’s and School’s policies, expectations, and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Portage Public Schools Handbook.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level