1st Grade Teacher

BATH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

6175

E. Clark Rd

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Posting Date: August 10, 2026

Final date to receive applications: August 14, 2026

Position: First Grade Teacher

Location: Bath Elementary School

Start Date:  School Year

Salary: per BEA Master Agreement, dependent upon experience and educational attainment.

BA Step 1: $48,376

BA+ 18 Step 5: $60,442.42

Qualifications:

Valid Elementary Michigan Teacher Certificate (Elementary K-5 or K-8)

Experience teaching Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grades preferred

Competency in student management and supervision

Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff and parents

Essential Functions

• Teaches knowledge and skills in elementary education in accordance with the district and state curriculum.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small- group instruction, and student learning.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and employs data-driven strategies to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn and apply behavioral and academic MTSS models
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Collaborates with special education staff to implement accommodations and/or modifications as outlined in IEP's.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and administrators to improve student achievement.
• Maintains a professional demeanor with reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Completes assigned duties that contribute to the district's mission and vision.

Method of Application: Internal applicants should indicate their interest by emailing Dr. Hodges at  External applicants should complete the application in Red Rover.