Classroom Teacher - Middle School

Lake Michigan Academy (LMA) in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a passionate and innovative Math & Science Middle School teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team, with an average classroom size of 8 students, for the upcoming school year.

At Lake Michigan Academy, we believe in personalized learning and empowering our educators. As a Science Teacher, you will have the exciting opportunity to:

• Design and deliver engaging science & math curriculum: While we are integrating project-based learning, you will have significant freedom to adapt the curriculum to tailor it to student interests and real-world applications.
• Teach small, mixed-grade classes: Our average class size of 8 students allows for individualized attention and fosters strong teacher-student relationships. You'll truly get to know your students and their unique learning styles.
• Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning: We are committed to a project-based approach, and we're looking for an educator who can bring learning to life through exciting investigations, experiments, and collaborative projects.
• Join an amazing teaching team: LMA prides itself on its supportive and collaborative faculty. You'll be part of a community that shares ideas, celebrates successes, and works together to provide the best possible education for our students.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience working with middle and high school-aged students.
• A passion for science & math and a desire to inspire lifelong learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Certification is not required at the time of hire, but the successful candidate will be expected to obtain appropriate certification within two years.

Lake Michigan Academy is a unique educational environment where students thrive in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.

• A commitment to innovative teaching practices.
• A collaborative and supportive faculty.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.
• A chance to have a flexible and adaptive curriculum and foster creativity while following the State of Michigan graduation requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,000 - $36,000 per year

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave