Apr 20, 2026

Middle Elementary Teacher

Job Description

Attn Applicants: To apply for this position

Application Information:

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest, current resume, and at least 2 references to:

Mrs. Kirsten Wooer

Principal

Fife Lake Elementary School

108 Pierce St.

Fife Lake, MI 49633

You may email your credentials to:

kwooer@forestarea.org

If you have any questions, please call the Fife Lake Elementary office at (231) 879-3362.


Title
: Middle Elementary Teacher, 2026-2027

Location: Forest Area Elementary School

Reports to: Building Principal

Date: Posted 04/17/2026; open until filled


Description:

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

To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest, current resume, and at least 2 references to:

Mrs. Kirsten Wooer

Principal

Fife Lake Elementary School

108 Pierce St.

Fife Lake, MI 49633

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