1st Grade Teacher

WAVERLY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Position Announcement

Job Title:

1st Grade Teacher 2026-27

Location:

Elmwood Elementary

Start Date:

August 2026

Salary Range/Level: $47,525 - $88,387 – As per the salary schedule contained in the WEA Master Agreement

The elementary teacher is responsible for ensuring that every student is academically and socially ready for college or career and for equipping all students with knowledge, skills, and motivation that empowers them to direct their lives and become confident, critical thinkers who will contribute to a changing global community.

This is achieved by providing a variety of learning experiences in partnership with the community to meet each student’s needs as defined by their educational plan. The position reports directly to the assigned building/program principal.

• Provide students with effective instruction in the various academic areas and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Teach the required curriculum and administer common assessments; effectively maintain and monitor on‑going student progress.
• Provide students with effective instruction, modeling, and interventions in the various behavioral areas.
• Develop detailed, accurate and concise lesson plans for each subject area; plan and provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both group and individual needs of all children within the classroom, including students with special needs.
• Utilize best classroom‑management practices to create a learning environment that is conducive to learning, curtail disruptive behaviors and enhance students’ self‑esteem.
• Collaborate with special education staff to provide students with individualized education programs (IEPs) and appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids.
• Participate in and contribute to professional development, implement strategies learned with fidelity.

• Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email, and/or home visits, including communicating student progress.
• Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Participate in parent meetings, including IEPs and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
• Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.

• Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness to execute the duties of the job.
• Serve as a role model for all students and within the school community.
• Interact with co‑workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
• Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision‑making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Contribute to extra‑curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested.
• Maintain and promote school district goals and objectives.
• Comply with state, federal and district policies, procedures, rules, and the union contract.
• Regular and on‑time attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Current appropriate Michigan teaching certification
• Training in Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy

• Demonstrated understanding of current research on how children learn and the ability to motivate students to perform at their best.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an economically, culturally, and racially diverse environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction, by using a variety of styles, and inspire mixed‑culture and ability classes by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
• Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of the team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and…