S.T.E.A.M. Teacher

Location: Mound Park Upper Elementary School • Work Year: 2026-2027 School Year • Salary: Per FEA Contract

About Us

At Fitzgerald Public Schools, our mission is to inspire, empower and prepare today's learner to become tomorrow's leader. Our vision is to educate our future leaders to be Focused, Progressive and Successful. Our strategic plan includes: providing a guaranteed and viable curriculum; a multi-tiered system of supports; considerations for the whole school, whole child and whole community; engaging all families; data-based decision making; communication and collective responsibility.

From our humble beginnings in 1920, Fitzgerald Public Schools is a community of 2,200 students with 350 staff members. We are proud of our early childhood center for grades PreK-K, our two elementary schools (one for lower elementary grades 1-3 and one for upper elementary grades 4-5), our middle school serving grades 6-8 with one of the planetariums in the county, our high school for grades 9-12 with a state-of-the-art automotive service center, and our virtual academy. We have an award-winning athletic program, marching band, and our own foodservice, transportation, custodial, and maintenance teams. Through our partnership with a local provider, we also offer school-age child care.

Fitzgerald Public Schools has a competitive salary and benefits package along with opportunities for advancement and leadership. We are small enough to enable us to know each other personally and large enough to maintain high standards that demonstrate our expertise in education. With the passing of our recent bond, we have buildings, classrooms, cafeterias, and offices in the process of being transformed for the future.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with Michigan Common Core Standards and district curriculum.
• Develop and utilize assessments to measure student learning and inform instruction.
• Employ data-driven strategies to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Leverage relevant technology to enhance and personalize learning experiences.
• Utilize the Google Suite for various educational purposes.
• Continuously participate in professional development opportunities.
• Implement best practices based on current research and educational trends.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for students.
• Closely monitor individual student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators to improve student achievement.
• Speak and write effectively to deliver clear and concise information.
• Work effectively and engage diverse parents/guardians in their child's education.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse student and staff population.
• Maintain a strong understanding of current educational trends and research.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to change productively.
• Maintain a professional demeanor with reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Complete assigned duties that contribute to the school's mission and student success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in elementary education or related field.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with an endorsement in K-8 all subjects.
• Must submit to and pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration, and the general public.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• A high level of commitment to working within a culturally, ethnically, and economically diverse environment.
• High expectations of self and a commitment to continuous improvement and professional practice.
• High expectations of students coupled with the ability to inspire and support students as they meet those expectations.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn and apply behavioral and academic MTSS models.
• A willingness to fully participate in and contribute to a professional learning community.
• A positive attitude.
• A high level of perseverance and professional will.
• A strong belief in the individual worth of all students.
• A desire to teach life lessons that go beyond the textbook and classroom walls.
• A readiness to develop and apply a variety of best practices in the classroom, especially in the areas of instruction and classroom management.