Junior Kindergartner Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Shenandoah (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Shenandoah is seeking a Junior Kindergarten Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves creating a flexible classroom environment, instructing students in essential subjects, and collaborating with parents and staff. Qualifications include a current Iowa teaching certificate and endorsement in the relevant content area, paired with skills in classroom management. This full-time position emphasizes personal growth and effective instruction, supporting each student's unique needs.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa teaching certificate is essential for application.
• Must have an endorsement in the relevant content area.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Maintain professional competence through training.

Skills

Competent in content area

Classroom management

Education

Current Iowa teaching certificate

Endorsement in content area

Job description

Junior Kindergartner Teacher

Shenandoah Community School District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Junior Kindergarten Teacher beginning the 2026-2027 school year.

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

Reports to: Building principal

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Current Iowa teaching certificate
• Endorsement in content area

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competent in content area
• Classroom management

Classification

• Certified Staff

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the working day as assigned.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.

Position Type: Full-time