Teacher - Kindergarten

Kindergarten Teacher

The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible to provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school's programs and goals.

• The Kindergarten school teacher is responsible for creating a welcoming classroom environment.
• The Kindergarten teacher prepares younger students for future education by teaching them vital subjects, such as religion, reading, science, social studies, and mathematics.
• The teacher also helps students develop critical thinking skills, learn to solve problems and understand abstract ideas.
• The teacher must engage students in learning, and teach students how to study, communicate and work with others.
• The teacher develops and enforces classroom rules to teach proper behavior, as well.
• The candidate must to be creative as well as patient, and plan for class activities, including preparing units and daily lesson plans, preparing class projects, giving feedback on completed work to ensure mastery of presented material, and grading of tests and assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintains all required record keeping, lesson planning, and other duties while maintaining confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and other school matters.
• Communicates with parents on a regular basis regarding assignments, events and individual student needs.
• Collaborates as a team player with teaching colleagues and administration.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with parents, students, and co-workers.
• Works is performed under the supervision of the principal. All duties, schedules and responsibilities are assigned by the principal.
• Participates in the Diocese of Orlando Diocesan Catechist Certification Program and in the school-sponsored professional development programs.

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees:

• Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
• Respect: Affirming each person's God-given dignity and uniqueness.
• Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
• Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college that is recognized as acceptable for Florida certification. Must hold or obtain a Professional Certificate in subject area taught within three years of hire.

• Documented progress towards certification must be made within the first year of hire and filed in school personnel file; otherwise teaching contract cannot be renewed.
• Must hold or obtain Faith Fit Enrichment Certification in Levels 1, 2, and 3 within three years of hire and continue ongoing enrichment.
• The ability to communicate, listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Strong command of both written and spoken English language.

Work is performed mostly indoors in an environmentally controlled setting. Work is performed in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. Work is to be performed directly on school campuses. Works frequently in close physical proximity to others and may encounter work in enclosed or tight spaces.

The ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar. Must be able to use basic office computer hardware and peripherals, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (15 pounds).

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.