First Grade Teacher

Our Lady Star of the Sea School is seeking a first grade teacher for the  school year. OLSOS is a faith-based community dedicated to bringing Jesus into our students' lives through exceptional academics and rich faith experiences. We are looking for an innovative, energetic, faith-filled individual who is passionate about engaging students and challenging them to meet their potential. The ideal candidate should posses the ability to provide students with strong and exceptional foundational skills through active and differentiated instruction while preparing them for the rigors of first grade and beyond.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Education
• Valid teaching certificate issued by the Michigan Department of Education
• Archdiocese of Detroit Certified Catechist - current certificate, or willingness to obtain
• Eagerness to continuously enrich teaching expertise through engagement in professional development opportunities.

Additionally, the candidate must complete the Protecting God's Children training and other compliance requirements.

The ideal candidate should be prepared to:

• Provide rigorous instruction in alignment with Catholic teachings
• Create an environment where Jesus is at the center of all learning and interactions, and the school mission is practiced.
  
  - "Building Strong Minds and Faithful Hearts through Christ"
• Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the approved curriculum and educational standards
• Work as a member of a supportive faculty
• Collaborate with colleagues on a regular basis
• Strive for academic excellence through the use of robust teaching methods, student engagement and technology integration
• Implement best pedagogical practices, particularly involving the language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science
• Demonstrate competence in the subject areas taught
• Provide innovative and differentiated instruction to best reach all levels of learners and learning styles
• Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which sets high standards for student behavior, promotes self-direction and confidence, and manages inappropriate behavior effectively
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents, students, and colleagues through regular communication
• Provide a caring and nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe to learn and grow academically, socially, and spiritually
• Completes additional administrative, operational, and professional responsibilities as needed

Interested applicants should submit the following materials: including a cover letter, resume, and a list of references to Mrs. Danielle Trudel d.trudel