Position: Elementary Teacher (4th Grade)
Reports to: Building Principal
Terms of Employment: Full-time
Ideal for: PK-3 or 3-6 Grade Band Endorsements
2026-27 School Year
Job Summary
Potterville Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Elementary Teacher committed to building a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The ideal candidate will deliver evidence-based instruction with an emphasis on literacy, support student growth through a “whole child” approach that integrates Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and work collaboratively within a team culture grounded in district-supported frameworks.
Required Qualifications
- Certification: Valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate.
- Endorsements: Must hold the appropriate grade-level endorsement (ZO for PK-3 or ZP for 3-6).
- Compliance: Must meet Appropriate Placement requirements as defined by MDE.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or related field.
- Clearances: Satisfactory Criminal History Check (Fingerprinting) and Unprofessional Conduct Check (PA 189).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or training with EL Education and Number Corner
- Knowledge of Capturing Kids’ Hearts and a commitment to positive behavior support and relationship-building
- Strong understanding of child development and best practices in differentiated instruction
- Ability to analyze and respond to student data to drive instruction
- Effective communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
- Collaborative mindset with commitment to shared success and continuous improvement
Core Responsibilities
- Instruction: Provide Tier 1 core instruction in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies aligned to Michigan Academic Standards
- Data-Driven Instruction: Use benchmark and assessment data (e.g., NWEA, mSTEP) to differentiate learning and provide Tier 2 support/interventions
- Literacy Practices: Implement district-aligned Essential Instructional Practices in Literacy to support grade-level reading outcomes
- Whole Child / SEL Integration: Embed Social-Emotional Learning into daily classroom routines and expectations
- Assessment Use: Utilize formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and meet individual student needs
- Collaboration & Team Participation: Actively participate in team structures and supports such as MTSS, including coaching and collaborative planning
Additional Expectations
- Maintain a safe, resectful, engaging classroom with high expectations and strong support
- Foster effective relationships with students, families, and colleagues to support student well-being and success
- Communicate regularly with families to encourage involvement and support learning
- Demonstrate reflective practice and commitment to continuous professional growth
SALARY: COMPENSATION ACCORDING TO THE PEA BARGAINING AGREEMENT.
Crystal Hopkins, HRS, SPS
District Website: ppsvikings.org
Application Link: https://ppsvikingsmi.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The schools district may add to, modify or delete any aspects of the job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems necessary.
Nondiscrimination: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.