Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Are you passionate about education that goes beyond academics to inspire curiosity, connection, and purpose? At Saint Andrew’s, our mission is to engage the whole child through a balanced and challenging program that fosters intellectual growth, social-emotional well-being, and a lifelong love of learning.  

If you’re seeking an opportunity to contribute to a diverse and wholehearted community supported by outstanding colleagues and generous benefits, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making an impact that extends far beyond the classroom as we prepare students to lead lives of purpose and meaning. 

Reports To: Head of Lower School  

Job Type: On-Site, Full-Time, Salary, Exempt 

Job Overview: 

The Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teacher will provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 4 to 5 years old, focusing on bridging the gap between preschool and kindergarten. They will teach fundamental academic and social skills to prepare them for a smooth transition into kindergarten. The teacher will create engaging lessons that cater to individual needs, assessing progress regularly.  

Benefits:

• Kaiser, UHC Health plans with school contribution up to 90%, dependent coverage up to 25% 
• Guardian Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Short/Long Term Disability, covered by school 
• Retirement 401K plan with school contribution of 6% 
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account for healthcare) with school match up to $1000 
• Additional FSA-Dependent Care, Specified Disease, Hospital Confinement, Whole Life available 
• Discounted pet Insurance available  
• Paid Vacation/Personal Days, paid Holidays, paid School Breaks, Sick Leave with rollover hours 
• Partial tuition remission is available  
• Years of service bonus 
• Paid professional development and continuing education