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Job Title: Kindergarten Teacher

Location: Gateway Charter School

Mission: Empowering Lifelong Learners and Leaders

Vision: All stakeholders will share the commitment to develop students who are reflective, life-long learners prepared to contribute to society.

Job Purpose:
Create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff members, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation, in accordance with each student’s ability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction/Education Responsibilities:

Plan and implement a program of instruction that adheres to the school’s philosophy, goals, and objectives.
Develop purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that maximize teaching strategies and time on task.
Present subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provide real-world, application-based examples.
Review student records to understand each student’s abilities and needs, maintaining accurate and complete records.
Strive to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
Utilize a variety of student learning modalities and differentiated instruction within lessons.
Conduct frequent diagnostic assessments of student learning.
Assess student strengths and weaknesses regularly, providing appropriate activities and generating progress reports.
Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
Coordinate class field trips as required.
Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
Stay current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory, sharing knowledge for curriculum improvement.
Assist in ongoing curriculum revision and selection of instructional materials.
Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students.

Classroom Environment:

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
Maintain positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing.
Ensure the classroom is clean, safe, and includes student-generated work on display.
Implement policies governing student conduct.
Develop reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior and maintain order fairly and consistently.

Instructional Planning:

Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
Plan individual and group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request.
Participate in curriculum planning with other staff members.
Incorporate diagnostic information as required in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Take necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities.

School/Community Relations:

Strive to establish cooperative relations and communicate with parents/guardians appropriately.
Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums.
Cooperate with administration, staff, and the school community.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student records.
Participate in parent communication activities.
Engage in extracurricular activities to support a positive school culture.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
Valid teaching certification (as appropriate).
Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship experience).
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Command of grade/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory.
Understanding of and commitment to school values.
Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
Adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
Such alternatives to the above requirements as the school may find appropriate and acceptable.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Access to modern teaching resources and technology.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children.

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