The Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teacher provides high quality instruction within a environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; serve students in transitional kindergarten; uphold the mission and values of American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field
Experience
Prior successful classroom experience
OR
Combined education and experience qualifications
Combination of experience and education
Other Requirements
Hold/Obtain a valid Fingerprint clearance card with IVP level clearance
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree & previous successful classroom experience
ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS
Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.
To be knowledgeable about current ideas, trends, methods, programs, and materials related to early childhood and preschool education.
Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program geared to transitional kindergarten children in order to bridge the preschool and kindergarten worlds.
Provide a safe and quality environment that appropriately meets the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of young children.
Instruct and support all students, including those that have been historically marginalized, in an inclusive learning environment.
Create lessons for access using a universal design for learning framework.
Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.
Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students' education.
Manage and support student behavior using positive behavior strategies to ensure every student is fully engaged.
Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, support staff, principal, and instructional coaches.
Maintain accurate student records including attendance.
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the mission, vision, and core values of Edkey, Inc
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Working Conditions
Work primarily occurs in a classroom setting.
Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 25 pounds.
Experience
Preferred
1 - 3 years: Teaching
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Education
Licenses & Certifications
Required
IVP
Skills
Required
Edkey
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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