Teacher - Kindergarten

Polk County Public Schools•Woodbury, MN

About The Position

The Teacher, KG ensures that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and implements instruction aligned with the district’s philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study; adapts instruction to individual student needs; and creates a classroom environment that supports learning and positive study habits. The role also contributes to curriculum development, manages and supervises students, communicates and cooperates with families and staff, pursues professional growth, and evaluates student progress using multiple assessment methods. The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and certification, qualification, and highly qualified status as defined by the assigned course code(s). The teacher works with students, families, school districts, agencies, staff, and the public. Work is primarily indoors in environmentally controlled conditions, with possible outdoor work and exposure to weather, foliage, and insects. The role involves sitting, standing, walking, moving about, and frequently handling objects weighing up to 20 pounds; objects weighing more than 20 pounds may be handled infrequently.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be certified, qualified, and highly qualified as defined by the assigned course code(s).
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer testing instruments as required.
Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing services to students.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction consistent with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Design and implement a program of study that meets individual student needs.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and encourage student enthusiasm and good study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports as required.
Prepare a substitute folder with appropriate information as requested by the building principal.
Plan purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers as needed.
Recognize learning problems and make referrals as appropriate.
Keep current in subject matter and learning theory and contribute to ongoing curriculum improvement and revision.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials, and identify supplemental services that may benefit students.
Establish and consistently apply reasonable classroom behavior rules and appropriate discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Share responsibility for supervising students throughout the school day and supervise assigned students when a brief absence from the assignment is necessary.
Uphold and enforce board policies, administrative procedures, and school rules, and support them publicly.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
Communicate positive aspects of the school program and work cooperatively with parents to strengthen their children’s education.
Establish and maintain cooperative relations with other staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; maintain membership in appropriate professional organizations; and cooperate in planning in-service training.
Attend staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
Evaluate student accomplishments regularly using multiple assessment methods, and adjust instruction based on results.
Maintain accountability for the instructional program and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher records and information.
Perform other duties as assigned.