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Saginaw Area Consortium

1st Grade Teacher

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$44K - $56K/yr

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/K-5 All Subjects Date Posted: 5/20/2026 Location: Loomis Math, Science & Technology Academy Date Available: 2026-27 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Detroit, MI · On-site

$43K - $54K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the ...

Saginaw Area Consortium

1st Grade Teacher

Saginaw, MI

$42K - $53K/yr

GENERAL SUMMARY : Saginaw Public Schools Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - First Grade

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$43K - $55K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description SUMMARY Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or ...

Saginaw Area Consortium

1st Grade Teacher

Saginaw, MI

$42K - $53K/yr

GENERAL SUMMARY : Saginaw Public Schools Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$47K - $59K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - First Grade

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$43K - $55K/yr

Description: SUMMARY Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy ...

Saginaw Area Consortium

1st Grade Teacher

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$44K - $56K/yr

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/K-5 All Subjects Date Posted: 5/20/2026 Location: Arthur Eddy Academy Date Available: 2026-27 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled District: Saginaw Public ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44K - $55K/yr

Description: Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44K - $55K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Detroit, MI · On-site

$41K - $52K/yr

Description: Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$47K - $59K/yr

Description: Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy ...

The Leona Group

Teacher - 1st Grade

Detroit, MI · On-site

$43K - $54K/yr

Description: Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for first job in Michigan is $38,492.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,300.00 and $42,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various First Job job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,492 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

1st Grade Teacher

Saginaw Area Consortium

Saginaw, MI • On-site

$44K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/K-5 All Subjects
Date Posted:
5/20/2026
Location:
Loomis Math, Science & Technology Academy
Date Available:
2026-27 School Year
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
Saginaw Public Schools
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Saginaw Public Schools Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Saginaw Public Schools teachers are committed and focused on rapid school Turnaround.
DISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
The School District of the City of Saginaw, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, are committed to and responsible for ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.
A Saginaw Public Schools Turnaround teacher skillfully demonstrates . . .
  • the capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of students;
  • the willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional support
  • the desire and ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents, and the school community.
  • prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change;
  • commitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning and innovation
  • the competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions;
  • the skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and to leverage the intense student support network;
  • the strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influence
  • the ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability that includes all stakeholders;
  • the willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while
    • participating in ongoing instructional specific conversations
    • collaboratively create and execute clear, logical instructional plans
    • coordinate instruction within and across grade levels
    • try out new ideas to improve student learning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  1. Content and pedagogical knowledge in assigned subject/area
  2. Knowledge of relevant technology
  3. Critical thinking and problem solving skills
  4. Verbal and written communication skills
  5. Decision making skills
  6. Organization and planning skills
  7. Ability to tolerate high levels of stress
  8. Ability to be flexible and adaptive
  9. Ability to take initiative
  10. Ability to record and report daily written records
  11. Ability to pay attention to detail
  12. Ability to utilize classroom instruction techniques designed to stimulate the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of worthy goals
  13. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and staff
  14. Ability to work independently
  15. Ability to learn new tasks quickly
  16. Ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents and the school community
  17. The capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of students
  18. The willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional support
  19. The desire and ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents, and the school community
  20. Prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change
  21. Commitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning and innovation
  22. The competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions
  23. The skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and to leverage the intense student support network
  24. The strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influence
  25. The ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability that includes all stakeholders;
  26. The willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while:

*participating in ongoing instructional specific conversations
*collaboratively create and execute clear, logical instructional plans
*coordinate instruction within and across grade levels
*try out new ideas to improve student learning
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
  2. Develop schemes of work and lesson plans
  3. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
  4. Prepare classroom for class activities
  5. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
  6. Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs
  7. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
  8. Use relevant technology to support instruction
  9. Observe and evaluate student's performance and development
  10. Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments
  11. Provide appropriate feedback on work
  12. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
  13. Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
  14. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
  15. Prepare required reports on students and activities
  16. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
  17. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
  18. Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary
  19. Perform certain pastoral duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement
  20. Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
  21. Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
  22. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
  23. Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
  24. Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  1. Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution
  2. Meet professional teacher education requirements of School, District, and State
  3. State certification including endorsements required for a specific subject/area
  4. Relevant teaching experience
    Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs.

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