Preschool Teachers: Full Time

Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is a mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our instructional team as a Kindergarten Teacher . The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality education to our students, fostering a positive learning environment, and collaborating with colleagues to achieve our school’s goals. We recognize that the number one factor impacting student achievement is quality, presence, and effectiveness of every teacher within the classroom. We find it crucial to recruit, develop, support and retain great educators as the key to the success of our students and the network.
Effectively manage student behavior and create a positive learning environment in accordance with school policies and procedures.
Develop and implement engaging and effective lesson plans aligned with state standards and the network-adopted subject-specific curriculum.
Grade assignments and student work based on rubrics and exemplars, in accordance with school policies.
Identify and address student academic and social-emotional needs.
Maintain open and professional communication with students, parents, and school staff.
Conduct regular parent-teacher calls and conferences to discuss student progress and address both, positive student behavior and potential concerns.
Communicate professionally with administrators, network staff, and other stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with the school's administrative and support staff to ensure student success.
Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other Kindergartner teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
Participate in school-wide initiatives and committees to contribute to the overall success of the school.
Participate in ongoing professional development and staff meetings to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
Stay current on best practices in education and child development.
Administrative Tasks:
Complete necessary administrative tasks such as taking attendance, collecting and distributing homework and materials, enforcing dress code, and maintaining classroom organization.
Oversee student safety and well-being during class time, recess, and lunch periods.
Enforce school rules and procedures consistently.
Be familiar with and follow school emergency procedures, including lockdown, fire drills, and evacuation plans.
Ability to work collaboratively, resolve conflicts, listen actively, and contribute to a positive school climate and environment.
Maintain the integrity of confidential information related to records, students, families, and colleagues. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of public education and charter school movement, preferred.
Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.

• California teaching credential or ability and willingness to obtain a California teaching permit/credential if not already credentialed.
• 1+ years of experience working at school sites or experience working with children/youth, preferred.
• Previous experience in charter schools, preferred.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Bending at the waist, kneeling, and/or crouching to file materials.
Ability to access and navigate various facilities within the organization.
Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and expertise. This is a full-time, exempt, 100% in-person position.

we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.