K-8 Teacher at Ridge Park Charter Academy 2026-27 School Year

School Information:

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Ridge Park Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students Young5-8. At Ridge Park, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Ridge Park Charter Academy click here .

Why Choose Ridge Park Charter Academy:

Diverse student body from 50+ countries. Competitive starting pay. Best in class curriculum, instructional tools and resources. Consistent outperformance on M-STEP. Outperforming the District for 14 Years. Experienced and supportive leadership. Multiple Eagle Awards for Achievement, Satisfaction, and Safety. Safe learning environment conducive for learning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ready to Place Teacher (RPT) is a great way to bring your passion for being a teacher to our school! We are looking to pro-actively hire talented teachers for the upcoming school year before classroom openings become available. As the school starts to map out the classroom schedule for the upcoming school year, RPTs will be assigned a specific classroom and will work with their school leadership and other teachers in the same grade level to best prepare for the school year. Prepare to assume responsibility of a classroom teacher when a vacancy becomes available. Create a classroom environment that is engaging and conducive to learning. Leverage a curriculum proven to drive the academic success of students. A set of curricular resources are there for you to take and implement in your classroom based on the needs of students. Analyze and use student data to inform your teaching. Participate collaboratively and professionally with fellow teachers and support staff to meet the goals and individual needs of each student.

Qualifications:

Hold a valid teacher license or meet alternative requirements. NHA will support you through your alternative certification journey. Please click here to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.