Kindergarten Teacher

**Performance Responsibilities**:

- Fully Implement the Balanced Literacy Framework including but not limited to Guided Reading, Managed Independent Learning, Shared Reading, Writer’s Workshop, Word Study, and Read Aloud.
- Prepare and organize classroom conducive to the Balanced Literacy Framework.
- Learn, develop, and implement strategies and lessons.
- Participate in the coaching model in Balanced Literacy and Inquiry Mathematics with Instructional Coaches.
- Incorporate technology throughout instruction.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, manage student behavior, establish rules and procedures in the classroom using classroom meetings, and implement PBIS.
- Create and/or administer state, district, school, and classroom assessments to evaluate student progress and create instructional lessons based on the data.
- Plan instructional lessons following the curriculum guidelines or requirements for the state of Indiana and Corporation.
- Implement MTSS framework, maintain data in student management system, provide interventions, and monitor student progress.
- Develop and maintain constructive and collaborative working relationships with other teachers, staff, and administrators.
- Collaborate with Special Education Teacher(s), Title One/Remedial Teacher(s), and English Language Teacher(s) to provide accommodations and services written in the IEP, 504, and/or ILP.
- Participate in professional development to foster improved professional competence and higher achievement for all students
- Collaborate with school and district employees in Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to improve overall teaching and learning.
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations
- Implement all corporation policies, strategies and programs as they relate to the Corporation and building.

**Qualifications**
- Ability to administer and interpret running records,
- Knowledge of the Balanced Literacy Framework. Preference given to individuals with training and experience in full implementation,
- Willingness to work with Academic coach to implement research-based instructional practices in the classroom,
- Strong communication skills including written communication and the ability to convey information effectively and clearly to others,
- Strong interpersonal relations including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, and other staff members,
- Ability to problem-solve, establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional and effective learning atmosphere in the classroom,
- Knowledge of technology integration,
- Strong planning and organizational skills,
- Belief in “Kids First” philosophy.