Crestwood Elementary- Kindergarten Teacher (26/27)

Oldham County Schools; Crestwood (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham County Schools Crestwood Elementary in Crestwood, KY seeks a Kindergarten Teacher to implement high-quality instruction and support a top-notch education for every child. The role focuses on developing engaging lessons, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and assessing student progress.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in education with a valid state teaching license or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in the field of education.
• Valid state teaching license or eligibility for licensure.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude, a growth mindset, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state and district standards.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to discuss student performance and address concerns.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, school staff, and administrators to support the school's mission and goals.
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities and stay current with best practices in education.
• Other duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Passion for children

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Teaching licensure or eligibility

Job description

Crestwood Elementary- Kindergarten Teacher (26/27) JobID: 9343

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Kindergarten
• Date Posted:
  7/13/2026

Teacher

Job Goal: To implement instruction and support Oldham County's strong commitment toward delivering a top-notch education to every child.

Job Type: Certified Job Class Code:2010 (preschool), 2025 (Kindergarten), 2040 (elementary), 2050 (middle), 2060 (high)

Position Type: Salary Reports to: Building Level Principal

Terms of Employment: Compensation will be determined by the Superintendent based on 187 contract days and appropriate board-approved teacher salary schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in the specific field of education for which a job is sought.
• Certification: Valid state teaching license or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience: Previous teaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Attributes: A positive attitude, a growth mindset, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Performance Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Instruction: Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with state and district standards.
• Classroom Management: Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment that encourages respect, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Assessment: Administer various formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Parent-Teacher Communication: Regularly communicate with parents and guardians to discuss student performance, share successes, and address concerns.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with fellow teachers, school staff, and administrators to support the school's mission and goals.
• Professional Development: Actively participate in professional development opportunities and stay current with best practices in education.
• Other duties as assigned by school administration.