Kindergarten Teacher

Position Type:
Licensed Educators and Specialists/Elementary

Date Posted:
6/22/2026

Location:
Bennett Elementary School

Date Available:
08/19/2026
Job Type

Full Time

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Schedule

Teacher's Contract

Salary Range

From $47,393 to $91,468

Position Purpose: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each student's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.


Responsibilities:
Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
Teaches district-approved curriculum.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Keeps up to date sub notes/plans available.
Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere that is consistent with the philosophy of the building administrative team.
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate and accurate records and prepares progress reports using District-approved software and programs and as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Plans and coordinates the work of paras, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior in collaboration with building principal to help ensure safety and positive school climate.
Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.


Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
ND Teaching License or ability to obtain prior to start date


Preferred Qualifications:
Two to three years teaching experience
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations

Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.


Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Professional References 4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach: Current teaching license.

Job postings will be closed for applications at 5:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.


Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

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The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.