What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Grade Teacher position at Comstock Public Schools?
POSITION: 1st Grade Teacher
Comstock Elementary School
SALARY: Dependent on years of teaching experience and certification
Salary starting at $43,044
WILL HONOR 100% OF PRIOR FULL-TIME TEACHING YEARS
Eligible school for Teacher Loan Forgiveness
Merit Pay, Sick Day Buyback Program, and Tuition Reimbursement per CEA Contract
AVAILABLE: 2025-26 School Year
CERTIFICATION: Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate
QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrates ability to meet the needs of diverse learners
Demonstrates a clear understanding of literacy instruction
Demonstrates skills in the use of technology for integration of curriculum and reporting
Experience in differentiated instruction
Preferred experience or training in:
Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS)
Administer and progress Monitoring Acadience
Experience with Direct Instruction Programs
Positive Behavior Support
CHAMPs
Guided Reading Instruction and 120 minute Language Arts block
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff
Participate in the school improvement process
Instructional planning consistent with essential job functions and curriculum
Utilize elements of instruction
Collaborate with teachers to promote student achievement
Grow professionally in the areas of change
Willing to be trained in Leader in Me building-wide initiative
Work with Leader in Me administrators, leadership teams, and staff to ensure “Lighthouse” quality results
Champion and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
Other duties as assigned by administration
Perform “Essential Job Functions” as specified
If interested, complete an Applitrack application at http://www.applitrack.com/kalamazoo/onlineapp
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of Comstock Public Schools that the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, or any other legally prohibited basis in admission or access to district employment, programs, events, or activities. The following individuals at Comstock Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy - Andy Birt and Jill Ansel. Contact information: 6138 King Highway | Kalamazoo, MI 49048 | 269-250-8911 | www.ComstockPS.org/hr
Salary : $43,044
