Elementary Teacher
LOCATION: Hamtramck, Michigan
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, onsite, following the school calendar. 181 instructional days.
START DATE: August 17, 2026
COMPENSATION: Base salary plus up to $5,000 bonus
BENEFITS: 401(k), full healthcare coverage, PTO, ongoing professional development
TIMEFRAME: School Year
About the Role
Caniff Liberty Academy is hiring for the school year. You'll do more than teach core subjects: you'll help students from diverse backgrounds, including English language learners, build the skills and confidence to get to college and beyond
Certification: A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement is preferred. If you're not yet certified but are willing to work toward it, including through Michigan's Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) pathway, we want to hear from you. We know many strong educators come to the classroom through alternative routes, and we don't want that to be a barrier to applying. EMAN offers a tuition assistance program to assist all teaching staff in attaining certification or pursuing a higher degree in the field of education. We also offer mentoring within their first 3 years of teaching and professional development onsite for all staff by dedicating every Friday afternoon to professional development.
What You'll Do
Plan and deliver core subject instruction matched to each student's current level
Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on results
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on progress, behavior, and goals
Work with teachers and school leadership to improve curriculum and classroom practice
Maintain accurate records, including grades, attendance, and IEP/504 documentation
Participate in faculty meetings, school events, and professional development activities
What We're Looking For
Required: Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with K-8 Self-Contained Endorsement, or actively pursuing certification through an approved pathway (see above) Strong classroom management, organizational skills, and commitment to growth Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with students and families
Preferred: Experience with Google Classroom, SMART Boards, or similar classroom tech Experience teaching multilingual learners or English language learners
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary plus a performance bonus up to $5,000 Free medical, dental, and vision coverage Tuition reimbursement, including toward a Master's degree 401(k) match Paid time off: full pay for personal days and holidays Ongoing professional development
EMAN is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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