2nd Grade Teacher

Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We offer a wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options for families and staff, all dedicated to our mission of providing an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

About the Role

We are hiring elementary teachers to ensure our students receive world-class instruction in a safe and welcoming environment. Teachers will build inclusive, nurturing classrooms where students can collaborate towards common learning goals, working alongside other teachers, parents, and students to deliver the best educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise in elementary content (math, literacy, social studies, and science).
• Provide world-class instruction and use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction.
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions.
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Lansing School District mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education.
• Previous experience working with elementary students.
• Alignment with Lansing School District’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an elementary endorsement (e.g., ZC, ZG, ZO, ZP).
• Previous teaching experience in an urban setting.
• Training in CRPBIS, LETRS, Go Math, UFLi, and other related instructional methodologies.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
• Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
• Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
• Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

$50,285 - $95,000 a year