Lower Elementary Teacher at Portland Public Schools

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Lower Elementary - Grades K - 2Date Posted:12/7/2025Location:Oakwood Elementary School Closing Date: 12/22/2025 Portland Public Schools: Lower Elementary Teacher Oakwood Elementary Portland Public Schools seeks an innovative and passionate education professional to join our team to enhance the education experience for our students at Oakwood Elementary. The desired candidate would possess the following attributes: Exceptional communication analysis interpersonal and organizational skills Understanding of or demonstrated training in PBIS and MTSS initiatives Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment common sense and a calm demeanor Impeccable character a good sense of humor and compassion for students families and staff Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning practices Experience in working with special needs students Willingness to undertake extra-curricular assignments Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications: A Bachelors degree or higher Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an Elementary endorsement Strong base in the subject area content common core standards Ability to use assessments and student data to drive meaningful instruction Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students staff parents and district colleagues Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration high staff and student morale and positive community involvement Position Details: Title: Elementary Teacher Reports to: Building Principal Calendar: As per District Calendar and PEA contract Compensation: In accordance with PEA contract Posting date: December 8 2025 Application deadline: December 22 2025 or until filled Application Process: Applicants for the position may email the following documents in one attachment to: or apply online at: Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position A current resume with reference contact information Copies of all university transcripts Copies of current Michigan educator certification or certification program letter of acceptance Two current (within the last two years) letters of recommendation Jason Setter Principal Oakwood Elementary School 500 Oak St Portland MI 48875 Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Jason Setter Oakwood Elementary School at . No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall 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. We are an equal opportunity employer. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Computer Operation,EDI,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Cordova,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1