Kindergarten Teacher

Williamstown KY•Williamstown, KY

About The Position

The Kindergarten Teacher implements the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals, and objectives through instruction and action. The teacher plans and delivers learning experiences, adapts curriculum to students’ needs and learning styles, establishes a functional classroom learning environment, and supports students’ academic, behavioral, social, and educational development. The role also includes assessing and documenting student progress, communicating with families and colleagues, maintaining professional competence and required records, and contributing to school and district activities.

Requirements

Hold valid Kentucky certification.
Be able to perform the responsibilities outlined in the job description.
Be able to lead in a manner that maximizes student achievement.

Responsibilities

Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small-group instruction adapted to students’ needs and learning styles.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences that make effective use of instructional time.
Establish and maintain student behavior standards that support a functional classroom learning environment.
Evaluate students’ academic, behavioral, and social growth; maintain appropriate records; and prepare regular progress reports.
Communicate with students and parents through conferences and other means about student progress and the school program.
Identify student needs and work with professional staff to assess and help address health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective environment for learning.
Maintain professional competence through district-provided or self-selected professional development.
Participate in the district evaluation process with the appropriate administrator.
Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain required inventory records.
Supervise students during out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Administer group assessments in accordance with the district assessment program.
Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
Participate in faculty, team, and departmental meetings; committees; and assigned student co-curricular sponsorships.
Use varied instructional techniques, strategies, and media suited to the needs and capabilities of individuals and student groups.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to ensure student and staff safety.
Use and care for equipment, materials, and facilities appropriately.
Maintain accurate and complete records required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Help enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.
Collaborate with staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and strategies.
Promote good public relations with parents and the wider community.
Assign tasks students have a high probability of completing successfully and expect reasonable progress from all students.
Provide guidance that promotes students’ educational development.
Implement authentic instruction and continuous formative assessment.
Promote and demonstrate KERA learning goals and academic expectations.
Demonstrate effective, positive interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Perform other duties consistent with the position as requested by the Principal or Superintendent.
Adhere to professional Codes of Ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board.