Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Overview :
The Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teacher will provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 4 to 5 years old, focusing on bridging the gap between preschool and kindergarten. They will teach fundamental academic and social skills to prepare them for a smooth transition into kindergarten. The teacher will create engaging lessons that cater to individual needs, assessing progress regularly.
Reports To : Head of Lower School
Job Type : On-Site, Full-Time, Salary, Exempt
Responsibilities and Duties : these are not written to be all inclusive and not limited to
- Create, adapt, and implement age-appropriate learning tools and curriculum
- Collaborates with Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers to adapt their learning tools and curriculum that bridges the gap between the programs
- Maintains appropriate classroom order and instruction
- Assist students with developing emotional / social skills, embracing their evolving identity, and recognizing their individual worth
- Participate in parent-teacher and student conferences
- Attend school chapel, committees, meetings, and other internal school functions.
- Participate in and support Back to School Nights, Open Houses, graduation and admissions events as scheduled on weekdays and weekends
- Chaperone student field trips
- Engage in ongoing professional development experiences, including out of the area opportunities, throughout the calendar year (including summer) as directed and supported by the administration
- Other related duties as assigned by Supervisor
Benefits :
Kaiser, UHC Health plans with school contribution up to 90%, dependent coverage up to 25%Guardian Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Short / Long Term Disability, covered by schoolRetirement 401K plan with school contribution of 6%FSA (Flexible Spending Account for healthcare) with school match up to $1000Additional FSA-Dependent Care, Specified Disease, Hospital Confinement, Whole Life availableDiscounted pet Insurance availablePaid Vacation / Personal Days, paid Holidays, paid School Breaks, Sick Leave with rollover hoursPartial tuition remission is availableYears of service bonusPaid professional development and continuing educationRequirements
Qualifications :
At least 24 early childhood education or child development units from accredited college and possess / obtain a CA Child Development PermitPrefer Bachelor's in Education, Early Childhood or Child DevelopmentExperience in teaching Pre-K and / or Kindergarten students in a classroom environmentEligibility to work in the USA; we are unable to provide sponsorshipPass background check and provide negative TB testCurrent Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid & CPR certifications or able to attain within the first 2 months of employmentSkills and Characteristics :
Reading, writing, speaking, listening, basic mathematicsDesires a highly collaborative work environmentValues innovation and creativityGrowth mindsetConflict resolutionGood sense of humorPitch-in can-do, "yes....and" attitudeEquipment / Materials :
Apple / Mac and iOS environment with laptop and similar devices, and accessoriesGoogle Suite cloud applicationsIntegration of technology into classroom, presentation electronics, software, and accessoriesOperate standard office equipment including copier, postage machine, laminatorPhysical Requirements :
Ability to visually monitor the room and studentsProlong standing up to and above 80% of time. Includes sitting, squatting, reaching, and kneeling.Climb stairs and navigate sloping terrainAbility to move equipment / boxes and ability to lift up to 25lbs.Work Environment :
Navigate 10 acres of land with multi surfaces, multi-level with transitionsSurfaces including wood, linoleum, grass, concrete, dirt, gravel.Sustain loud noises for a minimum of 50% of time depending on activitiesSustain indoor artificial lighting for 80% of time or higher depending on activities, backlit monitorsAble to handle outdoor weather including bright sun to rain, and temperature from cold to hotSalary Description
75,082 to $118,832 annually
Salary : $75,082 - $118,832
