Upper Elementary Teacher

Upper Elementary Teacher, 2026-2027

Forest Area Community Schools is seeking an elementary teacher. Forest Area Community Schools is a small district in northern Michigan which serves around 500 students, PreK-12, in the communities of Fife Lake and South Boardman.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Plan and implement activities to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of students
• Develop weekly lesson plans utilizing district provided curriculum
• Help maintain and assist in the establishment of good school-community relations
• Regularly inform parents of program expectations, activities, and their child's progress
• Be an active team member within a grade level PLC to assist in making data-driven decisions
• Be familiar with emergency procedures
• 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
• Experience highly preferred
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Student-focused approach