Teacher-Kindergarten

Broward County Public Schools•Lauderhill, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kindergarten Teacher creates and maintains a classroom atmosphere that promotes high expectations and enthusiasm for learning. The teacher integrates critical thinking, application, interpersonal, and technology skills into an aligned curriculum and assessment process to achieve measurable gains for all students and meet district and state standards. The role includes planning and evaluating instruction, maintaining a positive and well-managed learning environment, communicating with students, parents, and stakeholders, and contributing to continuous improvement of students’ educational experiences.

Requirements

Appropriate State of Florida certification.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Use curriculum- and standards-aligned traditional and alternative assessment strategies to support students’ continuous development.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Engage in planned, continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.
Use techniques and strategies that promote students’ critical, creative, and evaluative thinking.
Use instructional strategies and materials that reflect students’ cultures, learning styles, special needs, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Fulfill applicable written contract terms; follow Florida education professional ethics and conduct requirements; and assist in enforcing federal, state, and district regulations.
Apply knowledge of learning and human development to support students’ intellectual, personal, and social development in a positive learning environment.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
Establish classroom management and discipline systems that support active learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.
Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in varied learning environments.
Work with peers, parents, the community, and other stakeholders to continuously improve students’ educational experiences.
Integrate appropriate technology into teaching and learning.
Complete required training and obtain the applicable endorsement if assigned Limited English Proficient students.
Maintain school records and prepare and submit reports required by law, State Board regulations, or the School District.
Account for school property, including keys, records, reports, and personal computers, as prescribed by applicable regulations.
Perform and promote activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.