5th Grade Teacher

Deadline: August 3, 2026
District/Organization: Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per MMEA Contract

Position Details

SUMMARY: Provides support to the instructional process as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas. This includes developing lesson plans and delivering group and/or individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues. Additionally, the classroom teacher is to respond to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers and develops lesson plans and instructional materials which translate into learning experiences based on district curriculum guides, standards, research-based best instructional practices, well-defined learning objectives, student needs, and school/district expectations; includes emergency plans in the case of absence and/or illness
• Communicates and plans with other members of the staff in the delivery of meaningful instruction for shared students who participate in other programs such as special education, CTE, ELL, etc.
• Attends staff meetings, district in-service programs (see MCL 380.1327), and professional development activities which enhance professional preparation and enhance professional skills which permit maintenance of a Michigan certification
• Serves and collaboratives with school and District staff on various committees, as requested and able
• Facilitates instructional and non-instructional school-related activities in a thorough and timely manner, such as:
  • Evaluates, provides, and maintains accurate reports and records of individual student progress on a regular basis, including attendance records, grade reports, and special program requirements
  • Reports any student injury or illness or injury to self on school grounds or at school events to the site nurse and principal
  • Enforces and follows the school and district-approved discipline plan, and refers unusual student behavior to the appropriate specialist
  • Is responsible for the supervision of students at all times on school grounds or at school events
  • Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student educational needs and progress
  • Interprets and communicates school policies and programs to students and parents
  • Submits and justifies purchasing recommendations to support and enhance the instructional program to the Site Principal or designee
• Supervises, evaluates, and provides work assignments to assigned instructional assistants and/or student teachers, and may be responsible for the evaluation and supervision of classified staff
• Acts as a supportive and contributing member of the professional staff by participating in group decision making, and contributing to the development of a positive, cooperative educational environment
• Advises administration in accordance with established policies and completes all required forms and records accurately and in a timely manner, including school and district property inventory, repairs, replacements, and unsafe building conditions.
• Follows school regulations regarding emergency procedures
• Reports to work daily at the times assigned, and remains on duty through the time prescribed.
• Performs supervisory duties on school grounds or at school events which protect the health and safety of students and other employees

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of accepted instructional techniques and methods working with children
• Knowledge of data usage, including research, collection, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, and reporting
• Ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously
• Ability to do detailed mathematical computations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Michigan Teacher certificate with Required Endorsements (ZG or ZP)
• Meet federal highly qualified teacher requirements
• Experience as a teacher

Computer Proficiency : Demonstrates general proficiency with various computer programs including Google for Education tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk. The employee may be required to move twenty pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to forty pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Indoors and outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures. Exposure to noise, dust, gas and fumes. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Contact with employees, students and public.

E-mail: rbueche@mtmorrisschools.org