Kindergarten Teacher

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLSLocation: Tremont ElementaryPosition: Kindergarten TeacherLicensure: PK-5 Early Childhood; K-8Reports to: Elementary School PrincipalEmployment Status: Regular/Full-timeFLSA Status: ExemptDescription: Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to set realistic expectations; establish proper rapport and effectively communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; guide the process towards the achievement of curricular goals; participate in professional development activities.NOTE: The lists below are not ranked in order of importanceQualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or universityAppropriate State of Ohio licensurePrior teaching experience is preferableSuch alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateKindergarten Readiness Assessment Certification (required or attained before the start of the school year)Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodologyAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsOrganizational and problem-solving skillsTraining in varied instructional designKnowledge of child development and an understanding of age-appropriate tasksBackground/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practiceAbility to work in a team environmentComputer/word processing skillsEssential Functions:Ensure the safety of studentsEffectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environmentPrepare clear and timely lesson plansMaintain accurate and complete records as requiredProvide guidance to students to promote their educational developmentAttend parent/teacher conferencesCollaborate with colleaguesDistribute course-related assignmentsEnsure students are learning all subject material by appropriately assessing on a regular basisProvide complete lesson plans for substitutesCreate a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of studentsAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student lifeFollow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the Board of Education-approved courses of studyTake necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilitiesDemonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learnersMaintain respect at all times for confidential informationAttend meetings and in-services as required per negotiated agreementTeach students using sound instructional practicesAttend educational field tripsEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferencesRefer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance teamNotify parents if the student is not meeting classroom goalsObserve the ethics of the teaching professionOther Duties and Responsibilities:Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other educational materialsPromote good public relationsRespond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate mannerServe as a role model for studentsEstablish and maintain cooperative professional relationshipsParticipate in committees, study teams, and co-curricular activities as agreed uponParticipate in intervention assistance team meetingsMaintain and improve professional competence by attending professional seminars, workshops, etc., to keep current on relevant issuesSupervise student teachersCounsel, advise, encourage, and motivate studentsPerform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designeeEquipment Operated:Various office machinesComputerCalculatorTelephoneOverhead projectorCompact disc playerPrinterTVCopy machineAdditional Working Conditions:Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissueOccasional interaction among unruly childrenOccasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipmentFrequently move and position oneself as necessary to access and operate equipmentFrequently move around the workspace and travel throughout the school building and/or the school districtEmployee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the district.The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties assigned by the incumbent's supervisor and/or appointing authority.