Elementary English Classroom Teacher – Niji-Iro Japanese Immersion School

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Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:
6/30/2026

Location:
Niji Iro Japanese Immersion Elementary

Date Available:
2026-27 School year

Closing Date:
07/08/2026/Until Filled

NOTICE OF VACANCY:
Elementary English Classroom Teacher
Niji-Iro Japanese Immersion School

POSITION

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified elementary classroom teacher who will be able to develop and sustain academic-focused instruction for his/her students in the elementary grades. The teacher will identify and implement best practices in instruction and student achievement.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Niji-Iro provides a unique educational opportunity which includes a two-way immersion program for both Japanese and American students. The mission of the school is to provide students the opportunity to be immersed in a second language, while learning from each other. The students will become bilingual, respectful and globally-minded individuals.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 13,100 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center and 1 vocational and transition center in the School District. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $180 million, with a state funding of $10,000 per pupil.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.

As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
  • The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long-term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. This includes a completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.

Additionally, the children of employees working 20+ hours, living outside the district’s attendance boundaries, are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The teacher will create an engaging, welcoming, and safe classroom environment which stimulates learning, growth, and development. The teacher will motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide the primary foundation for future education. The teacher will establish positive and respectful relationships with students, parents, and staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the area of Elementary Education
• Valid elementary Michigan Teaching Certificate
• A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
• Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
• Superior verbal and written communication skills

MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Exhibits a commitment to the District’s Shared Vision and Collective Commitments
• Creates a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture
• Teaches ELA (reading, writing, listening, speaking) social studies, mathematics, science, and life and learning skills to students in a classroom, using the state curriculum, further developed into Livonia Public Schools Priority Standards, adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Exhibits an understanding of literacy development for elementary students and articulates and utilizes research based instructional strategies and methods appropriate for various grade levels.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve an effective learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares report cards and other necessary documentation to report student growth and achievement
• Integrates the school improvement goals into the classroom
• Maintains student classroom records using current district technology and expectations
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss curriculum, assessments, and student progress
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students address social, emotional and academic issues
• Creates an effective and welcoming environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, instructional materials, bulletin boards, and websites
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Utilizes age and content appropriate aids; maintains required inventory records
• Provides supervision and oversight to students throughout assigned work day
• Administers standardized and local assessments in accordance with district assessment program
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required
• Participates in school improvement/AdvancEd accreditation initiatives at the district level and school level, committees and collaborative learning teams
• Executes other duties as assigned by building administrator

PROCEDURES:

Applicants should furnish a letter of intent, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. This position will remain open minimally through July 8, 2026 for consideration of employment for the 26-27 school year.

APPLICATIONS:

All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage.

Additionally, applicants must also upload:

• Letter of Interest
• Professional resume
• Copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates)
• Three current letters of recommendation

The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.

Attachment(s):

• Niji-Iro Japanese Immersion School – Elementary English Classroom Teacher (1).pdf