Job Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. This person will also be responsible for organizing and implementing an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with GPPSS policies, goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate
• K-5 ALL SUBJECTS endorsement, AND Highly Qualified status, required
• Significant experience and/or coursework in related fields
• Related academic endorsements preferred

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to implement and instruct the established Grosse Pointe Curriculum
• Includes culturally diverse themes in lessons and instruction, including historical or other information as to cultures having a significant impact on the world, nation, or community.
• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.
• Maintains effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
• Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Ensures that student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for the age group, subject area, and/or program classification.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals.
• Demonstrates gains in student performance.
• Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout school and the classroom.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on the computer are necessary to complete paperwork.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

COMPENSATION:

Salary is based on the GPEA CBA, which may or may not recognize previous professional teaching experience. GPEA Members are also eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance. Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System www.michigan.gov/ors

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Click on the "apply" button to initiate the application process. Please electronically attach or send the following materials:

• Cover Letter;
• Resume;
• Credential File (or 3 letters of recommendation);
• A copy of your teaching certificate; and
• A copy of your transcripts

Application materials should be addressed to:

Katy Vernier, Building Principal vernieca@gpschools.org

Grosse Pointe Public School System

20601 Morningside Dr. Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Selection Procedure:

• Applications will be accepted until the vacancy is filled.
• The successful candidate must meet the State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.