Kindergarten Teacher

District Wide; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 53,074; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Kindergarten Teacher to join their team. The role requires a valid teaching certificate and a Bachelor's Degree. Responsibilities include planning and implementing effective instruction, developing lesson plans, and maintaining a positive learning environment. This full-time position offers a salary of $53,074 per year, along with opportunities for professional development and involvement in school events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is mandatory.
• Must hold a valid teaching certificate.
• Adheres to school board policies.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements effective instruction.
• Develops lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Establishes and maintains learning environment.

Skills

Communication in English

Professionalism

Effective lesson planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid teaching certificate per Bulletin 746

Job description

Kindergarten Teacher

West Baton Rouge Parish School System District Wide - Port Allen, Louisiana. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in West Baton Rouge Parish.

Job Details

• Job ID: 4847666
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Oct 01, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher

Department: Academics

Salary Schedule: Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

Days/Year: 182

Reports To: Principal

Supervises: N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruction: The teacher plans and implements effective instruction as evidenced by meeting the below requirements:
• Planning: The teacher develops and implements effective lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Environment: The teacher establishes and maintains an effective learning environment.
• Professionalism: The teacher demonstrates professionalism by growing and developing professionally, reflecting on teaching, actively supporting school activities/events, and accepting school responsibilities.
• Other Responsibilities Include:
  • Maintain good attendance
  • Report to work on time and follow assigned work schedule
  • Display professional ethics on and off duty
  • Must be able to communicate in English both orally and in writing.
  • Effectively communicate with students, parents, school personnel, and other stakeholders
  • Must be able to perform physical activities of standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting 10 pounds. (Lifting is sometimes required.)
  • Keep accurate, up-to-date records
  • Complete reports, paperwork, and other assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Attend meetings as directed
  • Maintains confidentiality of student information
  • Participate in events related to the profession including but not limited to: open house, family nights, graduation, supervising co- and extracurricular events and other types of related activities as part of job duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications (minimum education, skills, and/or experience)

• Must hold a valid teaching certificate per Bulletin 746
• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
• Adheres to all West Baton Rouge Parish School Board’s Policies

Physical Demands

Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.

Evaluation

Evaluation shall be conducted in accordance with West Baton Rouge Parish School Board Personnel Evaluation Plan.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$53,074 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Barbara Burke
• 3761 Rosedale Road
• Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]