Early Elementary Classroom Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Atlas Elementary-posted 7 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
St. Louis, MO
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Atlas Public Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Elementary Classroom Teacher to join our team. This role is ideal for an educator who loves working with young learners and understands the importance of building strong academic, social, and emotional foundations. The Early Elementary Classroom Teacher creates a nurturing, structured, and engaging learning environment where students feel safe, curious, and excited to learn. This role plays a critical part in helping students develop foundational academic skills, independence, and a love of learning that supports long-term success.

  • Internalize and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned to Atlas-approved curriculum (including CLKA Skills, EL Module, and UFLI Foundations).
  • Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction that builds foundational skills in literacy, math, and inquiry-based learning.
  • Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
  • Incorporate experiential, play-based, and project-based learning as appropriate.
  • Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom culture aligned with Atlas values.
  • Implement consistent routines and effective behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Promote independence, self-regulation, and responsibility while providing appropriate guidance and support.
  • Recognize and respond to the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
  • Differentiate instruction and provide targeted supports to help all students access learning.
  • Collaborate with assistant teachers, interventionists, and support staff to meet individual student needs.
  • Maintain open and regular communication with families regarding student progress, growth, and classroom updates using school-approved communication tools.
  • Participate in parent-teacher conferences, school events, and family engagement opportunities.
  • Build strong, respectful partnerships between home and school.
  • Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning and development.
  • Maintain accurate records of academic progress and social-emotional growth.
  • Use assessment data to inform instructional planning and differentiation.
  • Participate actively in professional development, coaching, and team meetings.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, plan instruction, and strengthen the early elementary program.
  • Remain current on best practices in early childhood and early elementary education.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field.
  • Missouri state certification in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred.
  • Experience working with young learners preferred.
  • Strong understanding of child development and early learning pedagogy.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
  • Patience, flexibility, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.
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