Elementary Classroom Teacher (Multiple Positions)

About the role

The District reserves the right to waive any qualification at its discretion.

Responsibilities

• Champion the District's mission, vision, and collective commitments by placing students and their learning at the center of all decisions
• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and other core content areas using district priority standards and curriculum resources
• Implement rigorous and consistent Tier One instructional practices, using data to inform instruction and adjust to meet the needs of all learners
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment where students feel respected, supported, and motivated to learn
• Build strong relationships with students and establish clear expectations that support a respectful and productive learning environment
• Participate actively in and contribute to professional learning teams (PLT) as part of the school improvement process at the district and school level
• Differentiate instruction through whole group, small group, and individualized supports to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Maintain accurate records and communicate student progress to families in a timely and meaningful way
• Engage families as partners through consistent, clear, and collaborative communication
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to implement the District's MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) framework, including identifying student needs and providing targeted interventions and supports
• Integrate district and building goals into classroom practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
• Use district technology and instructional tools to support teaching, learning, and communication
• Maintain professional growth through ongoing learning, reflection, and participation in district and self-selected professional development, including keeping teacher certification current
• Supervise students and ensure their safety and well-being throughout the school day and during assigned duties
• Administer district and state assessments in accordance with established guidelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
• Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate
• Demonstrated commitment to high levels of learning for all students
• Ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to use student data to inform instruction, monitor progress and provide intervention/enrichment
• Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners

Benefits

• District's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law for medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage
• Fully paid dental, vision, and life insurance
• Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify
• Paid holidays, earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days
• Longevity pay
• Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days
• Children of employees working 20+ hours, living outside the district's attendance boundaries, are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice

Conditions of Employment

• The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association
• This position will remain open minimally through May 8, 2026 for consideration of employment for the 26-27 school year