Developmental Kindergarten Teacher 25/26 School Year-Richfield Public School Academy

Job Description

Job Title: Developmental Kindergarten Teacher 25/26 School Year

Company: Richfield Public School Academy

Location: Flint, MI

Pay: $40000 – 50000 per year

AI Pay Analysis:

The annual salary range of $40,000 to $50,000 for a "Developmental Kindergarten Teacher" in Flint, MI, is competitive and aligns with industry standards for similar roles in the area. According to Salary.com, as of January 2025, the average annual salary for a Public School Teacher in Flint is $55,111, with a typical range between $37,719 and $78,280. (salary.com) Additionally, the average salary for an Early Childhood Teacher in Flint is $39,102, with a range from $35,349 to $44,266. (salary.com) These figures suggest that the offered salary is within the expected range for similar positions in the region.

Job description:

Richfield Public School Academy, a charter school located in Flint, MI, is seeking a dedicated Developmental Kindergarten Teacher for the 2025/2026 academic year. Candidates must possess valid teacher certification and the appropriate endorsement.

Core Principles
Our employees are deeply committed to the Academy’s mission and the success of our students. They contribute to fostering a culture that emphasizes the belief that every child deserves access to a high-quality, safe, and orderly educational environment, which places students and families at the forefront of our efforts. We firmly believe that every child has the potential to learn and grow, ensuring that each moment of the instructional day is valuable. At the Early Learning Center, we work collaboratively to address challenges, demonstrate a commitment to continual improvement, and aim to play a vital role in achieving district goals. Our team operates in supportive environments that encourage innovation and a solution-oriented approach.

Essential Duties
Creating a safe and secure learning environment is paramount. Teachers are expected to cultivate positive relationships with students, their families, and colleagues. Responsibilities include implementing the Academy’s curriculum, utilizing common formative and summative assessments, monitoring student progress, and maintaining positive relationships with families and fellow staff members.
Our Kindergarten teachers exemplify a commitment to the Academy’s mission by:

• Collaborating effectively with parents and guardians in challenging situations.
• Building strong relationships with families and effectively communicating with them.
• Designing engaging lesson plans that align with provided curriculum, suited for both in-person and virtual instruction.
• Working alongside assigned instructional aides to coordinate group and individualized instruction, optimizing instructional time.
• Ensuring a safe learning environment through effective supervision and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Participating in professional development workshops and applying learned strategies in the classroom.
• Adopting a reflective approach to assess and utilize best practices, thereby continuously improving instruction and increasing student achievement.
• Collaborating with colleagues to align instructional materials, maintain consistency in assessing mastery of grade-level standards, and complete essential documentation such as report cards and educational plans.

Qualifications
Planning & Implementation
Candidates must apply effective supervision techniques, ensuring a respectful and orderly environment that maximizes learning time and oversees all classroom activities, whether online or in-person.

Knowledge & Expertise
Qualified applicants must possess knowledge in curriculum implementation, educational technology, and metrics for evaluating student achievement. The teacher should demonstrate competency in instructional delivery and a commitment to maximizing learning time. Outstanding educators are expected to exemplify lifelong learning and utilize a variety of instructional methods. Should a return to virtual learning occur, the Developmental Kindergarten teacher will need to gain expertise in delivering content through online platforms, underscoring the importance of regular communication with students and parents for their success in virtual environments.

Reasoning Ability
Candidates must be adept at identifying issues, gathering information, and establishing fact-based conclusions. RPSA educators possess the intellectual capacity and agency to positively impact student achievement and facilitate meaningful changes within the Academy. They must demonstrate the ability to provide both logical and abstract solutions in various situations.

Interpersonal Qualities
Successful candidates will possess exceptional oral and written communication skills. They must effectively respond to inquiries from a diverse audience, including students, parents, staff, and community members, and maintain a collaborative spirit with staff and administration in problem-solving efforts.

All employees are required to successfully undergo a criminal background check and adhere to the code of conduct as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Education & Experience
The Developmental Kindergarten teacher must hold a valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate, or permit, with the necessary endorsements for the subjects being taught, preferably including ZA/ZS endorsement. A minimum of three years of teaching experience is preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
To fulfill the essential duties of this role, employees must be capable of:

• Occasionally lifting or moving objects or individuals weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Standing and walking frequently.
• Adapting to varying outdoor weather conditions throughout the year.
• Withstanding moderate noise levels.
  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Salary and Benefits
The starting salary ranges from $40,000 to $50,000, which may be adjusted based on experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k), is available to all full-time employees. Our Developmental Kindergarten class sizes are capped at 15, with a full-time instructional aide provided in each classroom. Richfield Public School Academy operates as a one-to-one technology district, utilizing the Google Suite and Chromebook devices for every Developmental Kindergarten student.

The Early Learning Center fosters Professional Learning Communities that convene on Wednesdays, supporting collaboration among grade-level teams, mentor-mentee pairs, and the larger staff. Our exceptional staff ensures that students with special needs are effectively integrated and supported in mainstream settings. We adhere to a traditional academic calendar.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to Trish Baggett, Assistant Principal, and Patty Wood, Superintendent. For more information about Richfield Public School Academy, please visit our website at https://www.richfieldpsa.net/.

CS Partners/Partner Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, height, weight, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Job Posting Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:26:43 GMT

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