Elementary School Teacher - Kindergarten

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
1/10/2022
Location:
Link Community Charter School
(High-Needs School)
Elementary School Teacher - KINDERGARTEN
Overview
Building on a 50 plus year legacy of educational excellence, Link Community Charter School (LCCS) has built a strong community that demands the very best of all its members and delivers great support to its staff, scholars, and familiesl. LCCS teachers hold central responsibility for developing the minds, bodies and spirits of our students, working deliberately to change the trajectory of the lives of our young scholars thus bridging the acadmic and opportunity gaps that exist in underresourced and low income communities. Classroom teachers are responsible for actively delivering the school's curriculum and ensuring student learning that meets established standards. With a commitment to continuously improving one's practice, curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade level team, teachers work to achieve strong student results. Content area instructional coaches support the development of instructional staff. Teachers, in addition to holding instructional responsibilities, serve as student advisors and community leaders and play an integral part in the life of the school. All support the development of Link scholars working towards strong student growth, admission to competitive high schools and lifelong success.
The pandemic has highlighted Link's strong commitment to its teachers and students, as demonstrated by initiatives such as a 2:1 ChromeBook program for students, free wifi router for any student or staff member without reliable connectivity; new laptops for all staff; 2nd monitor for all teachers; home deliveries of supplies and care packages for both students and staff.
Continuing its path of expansion, in February 2021, LCCS was approved to launch an Elementary School with Kindergarten to open in September, 2021. This position will be part of the inaugural Elementary School team, helping to shape the expansion of a high performing public charter school. Kindergarten will use a co-teaching model with 2 teachers in each classroom, a dedicated grade level special education teacher and a paraprofessional. The school's nurses, social workers, instructional coaches, and administrative team will provide strong support for this new grade level.
The Kindergarten team of teachers will take part in a professional development/training program during the month of July, 2021 and will receive a stipend for such. Also during the month of July, kindergarteners and their parents will visit the school to see their classrooms, meet teachers, and take part in a Kindergarten Readiness Evaluation. The Kindergarten Team will then join the rest of the staff in the third/fourth week of August for annual Opening Meetings and Staff Retreat.
Expectations:

• Possess strong content knowledge and awareness of developmental needs/milestones, as well as a highly effective teaching practice
• Plan intensely and thoughtfully and collaborate with other content area and grade level teachers
• Deliver highly engaging and student-centered instruction, differentiating for all students to be successful
• Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students
• Build a positive classroom culture that supports joy, active learning and the core values
• Be open to and committed to working in a co-teaching model
• Maintain an organized, structured, well managed classroom with clear policies and fair, consistently applied discipline
• Actively support a positive school culture for all members of the community

Qualifications:

• Successful teaching experience in a classroom setting with proven track record of high student achievement and use of data in making instructional choices. Demonstrated ability to evaluate student assessments and a willingness to be held accountable for student results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage the interest of and connect with young people
• Ability to work with a diverse group of children and to work well with parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, bringing a positive attitude, strong personal drive and motivation, joy, flexibility and a sense of humor
• Appropriate grade level/content area NJ Teaching Certification (Alternate Route candidates will be considered)
• Required criminal history check, medical exam, and residency in New Jersey (residency within one year of hire)
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status
• Commitment to Link Community Charter School's mission, vision and Core Values

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Masters Degree in related area a plus

FLSA Status: Exempt-10 Month Employee