What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher 3rd-5th Grade - Crawford Excelsior School position at Northwest Education Services?
Application Process: Applications, resume and transcripts should be sent to:
Brent Miller- Principal
bmiller@crawfordschool.org
5521 M72, Kalkaska, MI 49646
Title: 3-5th Grade Teacher
Location: Crawford School- 5521 M72, Kalkaska
Reports to: Building Principal
Date: Posted 03/10/2026; open until filled
Description:
Crawford School is a small, community-centered, one-room schoolhouse serving families in Kalkaska County. Our multi-age classrooms foster independence, collaboration, kindness, and curiosity. Students benefit from personalized attention, hands-on learning, and strong relationships with their teachers, peers, and community.
We are seeking a passionate and adaptable elementary teacher to lead a multi-grade classroom. Our future teacher will work in close proximity to three other staff members while cultivating a supportive classroom culture where older and younger students learn together.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Develop weekly lesson plans utilizing district provided curriculum
- Help maintain and assist in the establishment of good school-community relations
- Be an active team member who participates in daily collaboration
- Assist administration in the implementation of school and board policies
Qualifications:
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree with valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate
- Knowledge of requirements of state and federal mandates
- Willingness to work in a learner-centered environment
- Ability to work exceptionally well in a shared space
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- High capacity for changes and a willingness to help
Interested candidates should submit:
- A cover letter (Please specify why this particular position would be a good fit for you and what your philosophy of education is.)
- Resume
- Copy of teaching certification
- 2–3 professional references
Salary : $49,621 - $74,629