Risk​/RTI Teacher - Voyager Elementary

At Risk/RTI Teacher - Voyager Elementary

Starting Date: Aug 13, 2026

Job Title: At Risk/RTI – Voyager Elementary
Reports To: Building Principal or Assistant Principal
Location: Voyager Elementary School
Duration: Ten Months;
August – June
FLSA Status: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Union Affiliation: HEA

• Provide academic Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for At Risk students, including research‑based instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics;
• Provide professional development and instructional coaching for classroom teachers in research‑based instructional practices;
• Comprehend and impart the content of applicable grade level and subject curriculum;
• Communicate with children and adults in a manner that is clear and interactive;
• Speak, hear, see and write clearly, with or without assistive devices;
• Direct students’ activities and correct student behavior where necessary;
• Communicate with parents through telephone and email;
• Perform reporting tasks as required, including the production of lesson plans and the issuance of student grade and progress reports;
• Walk/stand for the full scheduled period, with minimal sitting options; teachers may be seated during preparations and lunch periods;
• Adhere to all Board and District policies;
• Responsibilities in compliance with the HEA Collective Bargaining Agreement;
• Regular in‑person attendance.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate for elementary (K‑5 All Subjects; K‑8 Self‑Contained All Subjects). Additional certification in Reading (RT) preferred;
• 2‑3 years of previous teaching experience;
• Must meet appropriate placement guidelines in the area of responsibility.

• Demonstrates leadership in communicating a clear vision and working cooperatively with others to attain that vision;
• Demonstrates a willingness to take professional risks to improve opportunities for students;
• Demonstrates a willingness to advance learning through professional development opportunities.

• Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals and professional journals;
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, students, and the general public;
• Ability to write lesson plans, business correspondence, and other related communication;
• Ability to express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.

• Ability to integrate technology into everyday workflow;
• Ability to utilize District technology and maintain proficiency as required;
• Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications, and instruction;
• Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to access the Internet and other electronic communications mechanisms;
• Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software).

• Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra, and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

• Highly proficient in reasoning, problem‑solving, organizational dynamics, and emotional intelligence;
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations where limited standardization exists;
• Exhibit high professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan, and manage complex projects;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form;
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to build rapport with others and serve diverse publics;
• Ability to take initiative, work well as a collaborative team member, and exhibit strong communication skills;
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies, and individuals.

Regular standing, walking, and use of hands for tasks such as handling objects, controlling tools, and reaching. Occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Able to lift or move…