Lower School Senior Kindergarten Teacher

Position Start Date: 2023-2024 school year

About MICDS

MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education, MICDS is a college-prep, coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.

Employee Benefits

MICDS offers employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employee’s 3% contribution; medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and long term care insurance; life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurances; tuition benefit; paid leaves; access to a fitness center; and free lunch.

Application Process

For immediate consideration, complete our online application at https://www.micds.org/our-school/career-opportunities/and upload a copy of your cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Head of Lower School, the Senior Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for implementing a developmentally appropriate academic and social/emotional curriculum for our students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of classroom instruction and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Develop and implement curricula that include integration of content, concepts, and skills from across the disciplines into a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Prepare materials and classroom for class activities.
• Adapt/differentiate teaching methods and instructional materials to meet a diverse community of students’ varying needs and interests.
• Address children’s skill and knowledge development in language arts, mathematics, and social studies.
• Instruct and nurture children in the development of their social-emotional, behavioral, and self-management competencies within the framework of the School’s mission and honor code.
• Prepare, administer, and grade assessments, in-class work, and assignments in order to evaluate students’ progress, provide appropriate feedback and to design differentiated curricula; write formal progress reports to parents.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss their child’s progress, to present priorities for their child’s learning, set goals, and discuss resources to maintain progress.
• Collaborate with the curriculum coordinators, learning specialist/counselor, department chairs, other teachers, and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of lower school programs/curriculum.
• Team with grade-level, divisional, and departmental colleagues to create a consistent continuum of student learning and experiences.
• Supervise within duty rotations as assigned.
• Attend faculty meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops, as well as stay current with professional readings and research in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Mentor and partner with the Teaching Associates.
• Serve on divisional and school-wide curriculum and program committees.
• Contribute to other projects and responsibilities which may be added at the School’s discretion.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education and Masters preferred.
• Significant prior experience teaching in a school setting.
• Organized, dependable, friendly, patient, energetic and creative.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with other faculty, staff, parents, and members of the community.
• Experience with a range of administrative uses for technology and a creative approach to integrating technology as an essential tool in student learning.
• Well versed in developmentally appropriate and current teaching methodologies for children.
• Teach/play indoors on the floor as well as outdoors on the playground.

OTHER INFORMATION

• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed prior to employment.
• While performing the duties of this position the teacher must enjoy working and learning with young children.
• Enjoy and appreciate the physical activity associated with interactive learning.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.