Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

$55,500 - $65,000/Yr

St. John's Episcopal School - Tampa, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Tampa, FL

501-1,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

St. John's Episcopal School is seeking a passionate and energetic Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for its Primary Division. This full-time position involves teaching a developmentally appropriate curriculum to young children, fostering their growth and learning in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective classroom management, collaborate with colleagues, and engage with families to create a positive educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with grade-level colleagues to plan instruction and assessments.
• Collaborate and work closely with the teacher's assistant.
• Attend regular faculty meetings and other school events as appropriate.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate effective, positive classroom management.
• Employ a variety of methodologies in teaching and instructing pupils, including project-based learning and hands-on activities.
• Facilitate daily homeroom check-ins.
• Implement the Responsive Classroom model.
• Model expected conduct and exhibit high standards of professionalism.
• Create, plan, and prepare thoughtful lesson plans that are age-appropriate and address individual student needs.
• Implement curricula via daily instruction that is differentiated and incorporates various teaching pedagogies.
• Serve as the principal adult presence, advisor, and caregiver for each child in the homeroom throughout the school day.
• Attend all professional gatherings and in-service meetings.
• Be available for consultations with students, parents, and colleagues during parent conferences.
• Attend institutional gatherings and events as necessary or requested by the Head of School.
• Devote time to ongoing professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Required).
• 3 years of teaching experience (Required).
• 3 years of early childhood education experience (Required).
• 1 year of childcare experience (Required).
• 3 years of classroom experience (Required).
• Strong communication skills and openness to others' ideas.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with technology integration in the classroom.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in project-based learning.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance