Junior Kindergarten Lead Teacher
About The Position
Congressional School is seeking a Lead Teacher for Junior Kindergarten for the 2026-27 academic year. The JK Lead Teacher is an academic instructor who provides an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive program for Junior Kindergarten students. The Lead Teacher is experienced and knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of young children and has a passion for elementary education. In addition to the duties and responsibilities below, the Lead Teacher will be patient, positive, flexible, collaborative, and innovative.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field
- Minimum three years of experience teaching early elementary grades, preferably in an independent school.
- Experience working in a teaching team; positive attitude and eager to work collaboratively with lead teacher, peers and colleagues in developing curriculum and planning for instruction
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices including Responsive Classroom, Singapore Math and Teachers College Readers and Writers Workshop
- Strong initiative and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly interested in pursuing professional development opportunities, dedicated to lifelong learning and a growth mindset
- A sense of humor and warm personality
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Works collaboratively with Teaching team and other Specialists to develop, implement, assess and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic program that align with Congressional School's mission, vision, and values
- Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach
- Creates a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure, along with an atmosphere of support and safety to encourage children to experience new skills.
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
- Effectively uses formative assessments for the purposes of refining the learning environment, curriculum, assessment, instruction, and classroom leadership and management
- 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
- Ability and willingness to differentiate learning to address students' diverse readiness levels, interests, and learning preferences
- Embraces and models our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Performs other duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
