2024-2025 Kindergarten Teacher - Dickens ES

Clark County School District • North Las Vegas, NV

452d

About The Position

The Kindergarten Teacher at Dickens Elementary School is responsible for creating and implementing high-quality, standards-based instruction for all students, aligned with the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS) and the Nevada Educator Performance Framework (NEPF). The role emphasizes maintaining a culturally responsive educational atmosphere that supports effective student learning and adheres to the district's professional standards. The teacher will report directly to the school administrator and is expected to foster a positive learning environment that encourages student engagement and achievement.

Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in an elementary classroom.
• Works cooperatively with students, parents/guardians, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet the needs of all students.
• Participates as an active member with all faculty and staff.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law and District policy.
• Maintains and improves professional competence.
• Communicates effectively both written and orally.

Responsibilities

• Administer appropriate District curriculum, aligned with the NVACS.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive, culturally responsive learning environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environment.
• Develop and implement daily and long-range lesson plans using research-based strategies to meet the needs of all students, including at-risk students, students with IEPs, and ELL students.
• Align lesson planning, instruction, reflection, and assessment practices to the NEPF.
• Analyze student data and progress with a balanced assessment system to provide effective and targeted instruction and interventions.
• Provide a classroom management plan ensuring student safety at all times.
• Ensure assessment regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.
• Develop a culturally responsive classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Collaborate effectively and professionally with administration, staff, parents/guardians, and the community.
• Integrate the use of technology into the instructional program in accordance with the Nevada K-12 Integrated Technology Standards.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed