Early Childhood – Kindergarten Teacher (Start ASAP)

Job Title: Educator

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Date Revised: March 2021

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:
The main goal of this role is to provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned, which will help them reach their full potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher will also enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
– Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
– Valid teaching certificate with required endorsements
– Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:
– Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
– Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
– Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
– Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
– Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies
– Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
– Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
– Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
– Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students.
– Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
– Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development
– Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
– Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
– Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization
– Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
– Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
– Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
– Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
– Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication
– Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development
– Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
– Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
– Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other
– Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
– Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
– Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
– Motion: Frequent walking
– Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
– Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
– Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This description outlines the general purpose and responsibilities for this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.