Job description: Head Kindergarten Teacher Position
Thank you for your interest in our private school located in White Plains, NY. We are seeking a certified Kindergarten/First Grade Head Teacher to join our team, Monday - Friday from 8:40 am -3:15 pm. This is an active, enriching program nestled on 40+ acres of property. We are interested in a teacher who enjoys creating a nurturing learning environment for young children.
Below are some essential qualities and skills we are seeking in our potential candidates:
- Must hold a teacher certificate in early childhood education or a Master’s Degree.
- Have knowledge of the Wilson Foundation's reading and writing curriculum.
- Have knowledge of the Singapore Dememsion math curriculum.
- Understanding of children’s individual learning styles
- Have knowledge of young children's unique needs and appropriate expectations of their abilities.
- A friendly, warm individual who enjoys working with young children.
- Possess a strong work ethic, punctuality, and good attendance.
- Good organizational skills.
- Motivated, enthusiastic, and encouraging towards students.
- Flexibility and creativity.
- Planning, setting up, and clearing away materials and equipment after lessons.
- Take part in staff training.
- Covering student lunch periods and/or recess time.
- Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for teaching young children
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work well with parents and professional peers, leadership skills, and supervision skills.
*Please include a cover letter and a copy of your resume.
Job Types: Contract, Full-time
Salary: From $23.00 per hour +
Schedule:
Ability to commute:
- White Plains, NY 10603: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 27 per week
Work Location: In person