Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten (K5) Teaching Opportunity – Apply Today

Goodwill TalentBridge is partnering with our client, a Milwaukee K8 urban charter school organization, to recruit educators for their early childhood grade levels. Our client is recognized for their excellence and student high achievement with a focus on preparing students for higher education with rigorous, standards-based instruction.

Our client offers a collaborative environment, small teacher/student ratios, mentoring program, continuous learning opportunities for educators, comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision and retirement plans), summers/holidays off and PTO program. Competitive salary with year-round pay.

This role is perfect for established educators and new college graduates, with bachelor’s degrees in a related subject, alike. Our client provides standard curriculum and lesson plans, professional development opportunities and monthly staff only development days. Candidates that are offered roles and that do not already have an active regular teacher’s K8 certification or charter school teaching certification for the state of WI will be provided guidance from the school to attain appropriate credentials. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of Milwaukee students

Essential Duties:

• Teach curriculum to students and ensure a process of critical thinking within classroom
• Measure student achievement through regular educator designed assessments and evaluation
• Employ a data-driven approach to teaching practices
• Engage in cross-functional and collaborative communication with educator team in areas of lesson planning, teacher observation and student learning metrics
• Act as a role model to students, demonstrating alignment with organizational values, policies and culture
• Develop and maintain family relationships and consistent communication with students and their families
• Direct support staff within the classroom

Requirements:

• This role requires an active Wisconsin Teaching Certification (preferably in subject area) and a bachelor's degree or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and the ability to attain a charter school teaching license for the state of WI
• Commitment to the success of students, unwavering belief in the ability of students to achieve success
• A desire to impact student success in an urban school environment and to make a difference in the communities our client serves

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a lead teacher