Universal Academy Kindergarten Teacher

Introduce students to basic academic instruction, exposing them to opportunities to develop their socialization skills and observing their behavior.

• Kindergarten teacher duties and responsibilities

Introduce lessons that promote critical thinking skills and abstract concepts.

Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children

_Develop age-appropriate lesson plans for students with different abilities_.

Teaching letter recognition, phonics, numbers and awareness of nature and science

Teach students social skills, academic concepts, how to follow a schedule and how to comply with rules in individual and group settings to prepare for elementary education

Make student observations regarding their strengths, abilities and areas of improvement, and report to parents and specialized educators if necessary for further testing and intervention

Teach and enforce individualized classroom and playground, hallway and cafeteria rules for order and safety in the school

Maintain classroom discipline

• Other

Complete daily student attendance, enter grades, complete progress reports online

Complete weekly quiz trackers for collecting data on students academic progress.

Attend quarterly data meetings to discuss students academic data

Talk to parents about their childrens progress

Document parent teacher communication

Attend weekly professional development trainings

• Qualifications

The Kindergarten Teacher will be thoroughly committed to Universal Academys mission. All candidates must enjoy working with children, have a positive attitude, and serve as a role model for our students. Concrete demonstrable experience and other qualifications include :

At least 1-2 years of experience working with children

Ability to work effectively with diverse staff, parents, and community members

Action-oriented and adaptable approach to curriculum planning

Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people

Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

• Skills / Personal Attributes

Kindergarten teacher must possess the following skills and attributes :

Teaching skills

Team building skills

Patience to work with young students

Analytical and problem solving skills

Effective verbal and listening communications skills

Stress management skills

Time management skills

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

• Preferred :

Experience in kindergarten education

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute :

• Burnsville, MN 55337 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate :

• Burnsville, MN 55337 : Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location : In person

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