2025-26 Title I Teacher - Grade K-3

SUMMARY

The Title I Teacher at Will L. Lee Elementary School provides targeted instructional support in reading and mathematics to K3 students who are identified as needing additional assistance to meet grade-level standards. This role is funded through federal Title I Part A and focuses on closing achievement gaps by delivering supplemental evidence-based interventions in both individual and small-group settings.

The position reports to the Superintendent or his/her designee.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Support

• Deliver supplemental instruction in reading and/or math to eligible K3 students utilizing evidence-based strategies.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align interventions with core curriculum and classroom instruction.

• Implement and monitor progress of individualized intervention plans.

Assessment and Data Analysis

• Conduct regular assessments to identify student needs and monitor progress.

• Analyze data to inform instruction and adjust interventions accordingly.

• Maintain accurate records of student performance and intervention outcomes.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with classroom teachers support staff and administrators to coordinate instructional strategies.

• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and ways to support learning at home.

• Participate in professional learning communities and contribute to school-wide improvement efforts.

Program Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal Title I regulations and district policies.

• Assist in the development and implementation of the schools Title I plan.

• Prepare documentation and reports as required for program evaluation and audits.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification

• Bachelors degree in Education or related field (Masters degree preferred).

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements for elementary education.

• Meet the Highly Qualified criteria as defined by the Michigan Department of Education.

Experience and Skills

• Experience in delivering reading and/or math interventions at the elementary level.

• Strong understanding of early childhood development and instructional best practices.

• Proficiency in using assessment tools and data to drive instruction.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and adapt instruction to meet individual needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Part-time position (o.6 FTE) during the academic year.

• Standard school hours with occasional evenings for meetings or events.

• Work is performed in a school environment with frequent interaction with students staff and parents.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to author reports business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups staff parents and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION. The compensation is outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Richmond Education Association (REA).

APPLICANT SUBMISSION

Anyone interested in applying for this position should submit an application via TalentEd online application system at this link: may be directed to:

Brian J. Walmsley Superintendent/Interim Director of Human Resources

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977 it is the policy of the Richmond Community School District that no person shall on the basis of race color religion military status national origin or ancestry sex disability age (except as authorized by law) height weight or marital status be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination during any program activity service or in employment. Should you need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district contact the Superintendent at 35276 Division Richmond MI 48062.