| Position Description Columbus Academy seeks candidates for a full-time Kindergarten Teacher opening. The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities: - Manage the essential classroom activities of approximately 18 students, including primary instructional responsibilities for language arts, mathematics and social studies
- Collaborate with colleagues — particularly team members — on curriculum design and development
- Provide periodic updates to parents about student progress via both written reports and conferences
- Make use of technological resources, including the school’s online learning management site for classes and integration of iPads and laptops in classroom activities
- Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior
- Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being
Qualifications Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
- At least three years of experience as a lead teacher at the early childhood level
- Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the early childhood level
- Ability to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction
- Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
- A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
- Engages in ongoing professional development by attending seminars, workshops and/or graduate-level studies in the field of education
- Enthusiasm for teaching young children
- Promotes a classroom environment that is experiential for children, conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and maximizes student learning
- A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to engage, motivate and develop student learning
- Enthusiasm towards outdoor education and being outside with children frequently
Physical Conditions Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions: - Classroom environment
- Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
- Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)
- Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
- Ability to be outside with children during all seasons utilizing the extensive campus
Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background. Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials. |