Kindergarten Teacher

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional program for our Kindergarten students. The Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children this age and has a passion for elementary education. The Teacher will be positive, collaborative, innovative, and passionate in addition to the below duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops, implements, assesses and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic program that aligns with Congressional School's mission, vision, and values

Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach mathematics and language arts

Builds a safe and engaging classroom community

Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning

Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities

Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

Assesses students' knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals.

Actively seeks opportunities for professional development.

Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner.

Integrates meaningful and appropriate use of technology within the curriculum.

Actively supports the School philosophy, community, and policies.

Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director

Experience working in a teaching team; positive attitude and eager to work collaboratively with assistant teacher, peers and colleagues in developing curriculum and planning for instruction

A desire to respond to and initiate the solving of problems through clear and open conversation

Open to feedback and ability to take risks

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience teaching elementary grades, preferably in an independent school.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.

Strong initiative and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment

A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset