What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Teacher: Kindergarten (SY25-26) position at Ethos Classical?
THE ROLE
As the Lead Kindergarten Teacher, you will create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment that fosters early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills. You will play a foundational role in supporting our young scholars’ first steps in formal education, helping them develop a love for learning and a strong sense of belonging. Teaching an average class size of 26 scholars is both a privilege and a commitment, requiring dedication, creativity, and a growth mindset.
THE PERSON
As a Lead Kindergarten Teacher, you will:
- Design and deliver age-appropriate, engaging instruction that lays the groundwork for literacy, math, and social-emotional development.
- Tailor lessons to meet the diverse learning needs of all scholars, providing individualized support where necessary.
- Assess scholar progress regularly, offering feedback to families and maintaining transparent communication about each scholar's development.
- Collaborate with fellow educators and support staff to maintain a cohesive, supportive learning environment.
- Build a classroom culture that promotes inclusivity, respect, and joy for learning, setting a positive tone for scholars’ educational journeys.
- Use interactive and hands-on learning materials, creative activities, and play-based approaches to foster scholar engagement.
- Communicate openly and effectively with scholars, families, and colleagues to ensure a consistent approach to each scholar's growth and well-being.
THE MUST HAVES
Prior Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Valid teaching certification in Early Childhood Education or a related area.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching kindergarten or early elementary scholars, with a strong record of supporting social-emotional and academic growth.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and the ability to present concepts in engaging, age-appropriate ways.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
Work Demands
- Schedule: 7:15 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
WE ARE DEEPLY COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
As an equal opportunity employer, Ethos Classical is committed to hiring without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.
