Kindergarten Teacher

Charter Schools USA - Temple Terrace, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Temple Terrace, FL

101-250 employees

Educational Services

About the position

As a Kindergarten Teacher at Charter Schools USA (CSUSA), you will play a vital role in inspiring and motivating young learners. Your primary responsibility will be to create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment that fosters student learning and personal growth. You will develop lesson plans that align with established guidelines, establish effective rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop essential skills and knowledge for their educational foundation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a program of instruction that adheres to the company's philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Create purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that maximize teaching strategies and time on task.
• Present subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provide real-world examples.
• Review student records to understand each student's abilities and needs, maintaining accurate records.
• Strive to maximize the educational achievement of each student using a variety of learning modalities.
• Utilize diagnostic assessments of student learning frequently and maintain accurate student records.
• Assess student strengths and weaknesses regularly, providing appropriate activities and generating progress reports.
• Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
• Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
• Coordinate class field trips as required.
• Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Stay current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory, sharing knowledge for curriculum improvement.
• Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process and selection of instructional materials.
• Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Possession of valid teaching certification (as appropriate).
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship experience).
• Command of grades/subject specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory.
• Understanding of and commitment to company values.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Nice-to-haves

• Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive work environment
• Engagement in extracurricular activities to foster school culture