Kindergarten Teacher

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The responsibility of this position is to provide a strong foundation of learning while promoting curiosity and passion for learning. The expectation for the position is to provide effective standards-based, data-driven instruction to ensure student success and promote an exemplary educational program that fosters achievement for all students. Teach social/emotional and other formative skills. This position requires a strong team member who engages thoughtfully with data-driven collaborative conversations as part of a professional learning community. Encourage parent/guardian involvement in student learning through open houses, volunteering, parent/teacher conferences, etc. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• English fluency will be determined through the interview process and licensure.
• Valid Colorado Teaching License with Elementary Education endorsement.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.
• Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
• Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create a positive learning environment and effective management structures to purposefully promote and foster effective teaching, learning, and student achievement.
• Create an instructional learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality.
• Collaborate with specialists and provide unique learning opportunities, such as inclusion and research-based effective practices for students with special needs.
• Promote a learning environment that respects the dignity of the child, which is perceived by students as fair and consistent.
• Incorporate additional learning opportunities for advanced and non-proficient students.
• Ensure all classroom processes, procedures, and data collection are highly organized and effective with optimal use of instructional time.
• Motivate, engage, and empower learners to track and monitor his/her learning.
• Design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments that incorporate contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with 21st-century learning.
• Collaborate with educators from other grades or subject areas to establish links between disciplines and influence school-wide curriculum and teaching practice.
• Demonstrate mastery of content and is able to make the curriculum rigorous and relevant to all students.
• Deliver content that is relevant to students and applicable to the real world.
• Integrate and align Colorado Academic Standards, instructional objectives, instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, resources, and assessments, and differentiate lesson planning based on individual student needs.
• Use data management tools to analyze results and draw inferences from data to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide quality, accurate, constructive, corrective, specific, and timely feedback to students that encourages them to perform at their highest level.
• Effectively communicate with parents and staff about students' progress and opportunities.
• Utilize technology and/or other avenues to communicate with stakeholders (website, podcasts, etc.).
• Actively participate in all staff meetings, PLCs, and other required events.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills, and new understandings to improve instructional programming.
• Advocate for and lead initiatives that will enhance student success in and out of school.
• Use the professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Possible supervision of support personnel.
• Conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, participating in interviews, providing training/development, assigning and directing work, providing performance feedback, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, instructional groups, transition materials, and supplies).
• Accurately projects the need for budget planning.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.
• Review processes for improvement opportunities and make changes as needed to ensure the quality of instruction.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA.
• The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services
• wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.
• comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans.
• Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level