Kindergarten Teacher; Long-term Substitute

Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a candidate for an opening as a full-time Kindergarten Teacher long-term substitute.

• Manage the essential classroom activities of approximately 18 students, including primary instructional responsibilities for language arts, mathematics and social studies
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design and development
• Provide periodic updates to parents related to student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences
• Make use of technological resources necessary for curriculum integration and institutional communication
• Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior
• Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
• At least three years of experience as a lead teacher at the early childhood level
• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the early childhood level
• Ability to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and to differentiate instruction
• Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
• A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
• Enthusiasm for teaching young children
• A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to engage, motivate and develop student learning
• Enthusiasm towards outdoor education and being outside with children frequently

• Classroom environment
• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
• Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)
• Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
• Ability to be outside with children during all seasons utilizing the extensive campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.

All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

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