Long Term Sub - Kindergarten

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence, and we are currently seeking a long term substitute for Kindergarten Teacher at Waterloo Elementary!

This position will be from approximately March 24, 2025 through the end of the school year, and then for the next school year until approximately October 18, 2025.

Your day to day

• Under direction, you will teach and instruct students in Kindergarten, in academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas.
• Plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive education program for elementary grade students.
• Support students, parents, and others in assisting students in adjusting to a structured educational environment.
• Create and maintain an environment that fosters student achievement and the development of lifelong skills
• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students and staff.
• Actively participate in the establishment of policies and procedures that make sense for this unique teaching and learning environment.
• Remain flexible, innovative, and adaptive to change.
• Show confidence in working with new technology and various application packages.
• Be a role model for students regarding life-long learning and professional behavior
• Perform other related functions as required.
  
  

Why We'll Love You

• You have worked hard to obtain a bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education, instructional technology, a subject matter commonly taught in the elementary grades, or closely related field.
• You have successfully completed student teaching at an accredited college or university.
• You have obtained a license as an elementary teacher.
• You are a creative thinker and problem solver, an excellent communicator with strong collaboration skills and are a team player.
• You can demonstrate proficient use of technology.
• You have knowledge of the principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of elementary grade pupils, and child growth and development and behavior characteristics of the elementary grade child.
• You have an understanding of educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and the educational trends and research findings pertaining to early childhood educational programming.
• You possess an understanding of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures.
• You understand the socio-economic and cultural background differences of the general school population.
  
  

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.