Kindergarten Certified Classroom Teacher

About the position

The Kindergarten Certified Classroom Teacher position at Willow Wood Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year involves facilitating student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills. The teacher will implement district-approved curriculum, document teaching and student progress, and create a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment. The role includes providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Requirements

• State Certification as an Elementary Teacher.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in a related area preferred.

Benefits

• $58,000-$70,000 salary based on experience.
• $225 monthly insurance contribution.
• $20,000 district paid life insurance policy.