Pre-K Teacher

21st Century Charter School at Gary•Gary, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-School (Pre-K) Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports early childhood growth across cognitive, social-emotional, and physical domains. This role emphasizes kindergarten readiness, structured play-based learning, and strong family partnerships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Valid Indiana teaching license in Early Childhood or Elementary (or ability to obtain)
Knowledge of early childhood development and best instructional practices
Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
Ability to integrate technology appropriately in early learning environments

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching Pre-K or early elementary students
Experience working in an urban or high-needs school setting
Familiarity with play-based or blended learning models
CDA (Child Development Associate) or Early Childhood endorsement

Responsibilities

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to Indiana Early Learning Standards
Deliver a play-based, student-centered learning environment that promotes exploration, curiosity, and foundational skill development
Build early literacy and numeracy skills through structured and guided activities
Foster social-emotional development, including self-regulation, collaboration, and communication
Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment
Monitor and assess student progress using age-appropriate tools and observational data
Communicate regularly with families regarding student growth, development, and school readiness
Partner with support staff (Special Education, interventionists, etc.) to meet diverse learner needs
Establish clear routines, expectations, and positive behavior supports
Participate in professional development, coaching cycles, and school events