First Grade Teacher

First Grade Teacher

Deadline: May 29, 2026

District/Organization: Coloma Community Schools

Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Salary: $47,985-89,651

Position Details

Coloma Community Schools

1st Grade Teacher

26-27 School Year

Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our team at Coloma Elementary School as a full-time 1st Grade Teacher. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in elementary education, a passion for teaching young children, and a desire to contribute to the success of our school.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the needs of all students

• Create a positive and safe classroom environment that fosters learning and growth

• Assess and evaluate student progress on a regular basis using a variety of methods

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavior

• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement school-wide events and initiatives

• Attend and participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge

• Maintain accurate records and documentation of student progress and behavior

• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration

• Participate in New Teacher Academy at CCS, One meeting per month after school 4pm-6pm, first 2 years of employment at CCS as a teacher

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education from an accredited college or university

• Applicant must be Highly Qualified and Endorsed for this position with a Valid Michigan

Teaching Certificate (K-5 all subjects (ZC, ZG or ZO))

• Prior experience teaching 1st grade or elementary education preferred

• Strong knowledge of elementary education curriculum and instructional strategies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and students

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to maintain a positive and safe classroom environment for all students.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary pay scale can be found here at this Google Drive link
• MPSERS Retirement System
• District paid life insurance, LTD, sick and personal days
• BCBS Medical Insurance(some plans free to employees), Cash In Lieu of insurance $6,000 annual, Dental & Vision
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus
• Longevity/Service Credit Pay

Posted Until Filled

New Staff Orientation August 18th & 24th 2026

Opening Day All Staff August 25th 2026

First Day of School with students August 31st 2026

It is the policy of Coloma Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, marital status, or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Any person suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact our compliance officers, Wendy Tremblay and Craig Fisher at 302 W. St. Joseph Street, Coloma, MI 49038, 269.468.2424 or via email at complaint@ccs.coloma.org.

E-mail: dmares@ccs.coloma.org

Website: Link

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