Upper Elementary Teacher

District/Organization: Climax-Scotts Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Upper Elementary Teacher – Climax-Scotts Elementary School

Job Summary:

Climax-Scotts Elementary School is seeking a passionate, student-centered, and highly qualified Upper Elementary Teacher to join our dedicated Panther Family beginning with the 2026–2027 school year. This is a permanent full-time position.

The ideal candidate will foster a nurturing, engaging, and academically rich classroom where upper elementary students are encouraged to grow with confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. Our elementary school is known for its positive culture, collaborative staff, supportive administration, and strong partnerships with families and the community.

At Climax-Scotts, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We are looking for an educator who values teamwork, builds meaningful relationships with students and families, and is committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with the Michigan Academic Standards

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic achievement and social-emotional growth

Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students

Utilize research-based instructional strategies and technology to enhance student learning

Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessment methods and provide timely feedback

Maintain accurate student records, grades, and classroom documentation

Foster positive relationships and maintain regular communication with students, families, and colleagues

Collaborate with grade-level teams, intervention staff, and administration to support student success

Encourage creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning

Participate in professional development, staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school activities

Maintain classroom management practices that promote respect, responsibility, and student engagement

Ensure compliance with district policies, state requirements, and educational best practices

Qualifications:

Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate required

Must meet all federal and state requirements to be considered Highly Qualified

Strong classroom management, instructional, organizational, and communication skills

Knowledge of elementary curriculum, instructional best practices, and assessment strategies

Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the community

Experience teaching at the elementary level preferred, but not required

Preferred Qualities:

Passion for working with upper elementary students and supporting their academic, social, and emotional development

Commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment

Collaborative team player who values strong relationships with colleagues and families

Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to contribute to the overall success of the school community

Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective teaching practices

Why Climax-Scotts?

At Climax-Scotts Community Schools, you’ll find more than a teaching position—you’ll find a community. Our dedicated staff, engaged families, supportive administration, and small-school atmosphere create an environment where educators are empowered to make a lasting difference. We value collaboration, innovation, and relationships, and we take pride in providing every student with an exceptional educational experience.

If you’re looking for a place where your work is appreciated, your ideas are valued, and your impact is meaningful, we’d love to welcome you to the Panther Family.

Application Information:

Interested candidates should submit application materials through Red Rover:

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education shall comply with all Federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of the Board that no professional staff member, classified employee, or candidate for such a position in this District shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex or marital status, or disability, be discriminated against, excluded from any participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which the Board is responsible or receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.

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