Kindergarten Teacher
About The Position
Academy of Warren is currently hiring for a Kindergarten Teacher. Must have Michigan Certification. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join our team. The Elementary Teacher will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment for students. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to student development and a desire to foster a love for learning in young children. Academy of Warren provides a free K-8 education to students who live in or near Warren, Michigan. We aim to equip urban students to become literate, self-motivated, and life-long learners. We provide a multicultural, student-centered environment in which all students are held to high academic, behavioral, and moral standards. Students are taught in a renovated state-of-the-art facility with updated resources and an engaging curriculum designed to build strong learning STEM concepts and standards.
Requirements
- Must have Michigan Certification.
- Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan with an endorsement in the grade level.
- Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.
- Develop assessments and monitor student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.
- Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.
- Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
- Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students
- Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Supervision of multiple students at once
- Establishing routines and procedures
- Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
- Create and implement instructional plans
- Participate in continuous professional development
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
- Stand and walk frequently
- Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
- Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
- Withstand a moderate noise level
- Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary
- Assist/lift students, as necessary
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans
- 4% 401(k) company contribution
- 3% 401(k) company match
- Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer
- Voluntary Plans Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
