Lower School Kindergarten Teacher

The Head-Royce Lower School is seeking a dynamic, creative educator to join our kindergarten team in our Lower School division. Our homeroom teachers have a contained classroom of approximately 20 students and deliver content and skills in language arts, social studies, science and math. In addition, teachers use the Responsive Classroom approach, Toolbox and our school’s mission to support social-emotional and character growth.

Requirements

• Teach content and skills for a contained classroom of about 20 students, in Language Arts, Social Studies, Science and Math
• Differentiate instruction in these subject areas to meet students where they are
• Setup and maintain an engaging classroom that draws students and creates an environment that feels safe to all learners and promotes authentic learning
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and professional community
• Foster communication with teachers in order to effectively discuss and support student needs in/out of the classroom, ultimately developing the whole child
• Deliver a student-centered curriculum with opportunities for choice, real-world problem solving, creativity and intellectual engagement
• Plan and conduct field trips for Primary Elementary students
• Help develop student opportunities for authentic engagement in their community
• Help students develop self-awareness and healthy decision-making
• Supervise LS before-school, recess and dismissals, as assigned by the LS Head
• Work with LS Head and Specialist faculty to ensure a coordinated and well-rounded experience for all students
• Attend events (Open House, All School Fair etc.) that support the wellbeing of our students
• Actively participate in the life of the community (sporting events, performances, committees)
• Attend full community, divisional, and departmental meetings