Oakland Academy, Bridge Teacher Grades K-6

About the role

Oakland Academy is searching for a Bridge Teacher Grades K-6 to join our team. We are dedicated to delivering a high-quality education that reflects our mission, vision, and core values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in both on-site and virtual settings.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted remediation based on individual student needs.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to help close achievement gaps.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans that are data-informed and aligned with instructional goals.
• Guide students in setting academic goals, tracking progress, and developing leadership skills.
• Support students with basic technical troubleshooting to ensure consistent access to learning.
• Demonstrate strong technical proficiency, confidently use educational technology, and adapt quickly to an online learning environment.
• Analyze data from state, district, and classroom assessments to inform instruction and interventions.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of student performance and schedules.
• Maintain consistent two-way communication with families and Learning Coaches (parents) each week.
• Provide Learning Coaches with instructional strategies, tools, and updates to support student success.
• Respond promptly and professionally to emails, calls, and texts from students, families, and staff.
• Provide ongoing engagement support, including outreach through calls, texts, emails, and participation in in-person events.
• Supervise students in classrooms and common areas (hallways, cafeteria, etc.).
• Enforce school policies and procedures to ensure a safe, orderly learning environment.
• Prepare and leave sub-plans in the event of absence.
• Resolve student and family concerns quickly and professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.
• Substitute or provide instructional support in classrooms as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required and Michigan Teaching Certification in the assigned area as well as pre-service experience, as required for certification.

Qualifications

• Strong instructional expertise.
• The ability to build positive, supportive relationships that foster academic achievement and social-emotional growth.
• Experience with educational technology and confidence navigating digital tools.
• A flexible, solutions-oriented mindset.

Skills

• Strong technical skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to an online learning environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
• Volunteer Life Insurance.
• Short Term Disability.
• 401K and Roth.