Kindergarten Teacher

The Biome School; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charter school in St. Louis seeks a passionate Kindergarten Teacher to create engaging learning experiences for elementary school children. The ideal candidate will foster a supportive environment that encourages exploration and curiosity while adhering to Missouri Learning Standards. This role involves collaboration with other teachers and active participation in professional development to ensure a high-quality educational experience for all students.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD/LTD Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Create activities that engage students and develop their cognitive, social, and emotional skills.
• Design lessons aligned with Missouri Learning Standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Communicate student progress to families and staff.
• Participate in professional development.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Job description

Join to apply for the Kindergarten Teacher role at The Biome School.

Position: 2025-2026 Kindergarten Teacher

Compensation: Competitive salary

Insurance: 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life

Retirement: Mandatory participation in the St. Louis Public School Retirement System

The Biome School Mission

The Biome engages children in an individualized and challenging educational environment, enriching minds and cultivating confident, creative builders of the future.

The Biome School

The Biome is a tuition-free, K-5, public charter school that provides a unique academic experience for children who live in the City of St. Louis. Biome students are actively involved in their own learning and are integral to the development of new ideas and ways of thinking. The school's learner-centered, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) framework guides instruction across disciplines and provides students with rigorous and holistic academic experiences. The learning environment, characterized by high expectations, differentiated instruction, relentless encouragement, and student support is critical to the academic, social, and emotional progress of Biome learners. Similar to a tropical rainforest biome, which sustains a diverse array of life forms, The Biome School supports the diverse academic interests, skills, and needs of each individual learner.

Ideal Candidate for You if...

• You enjoy the energy and curiosity of elementary school children
• You believe every child has unique gifts and talents
• You enjoy working in an environment where you get to help create the instructional "roadmap"
• You collaborate well and are comfortable sharing your ideas and questions
• You are organized, hard-working, and detail-oriented
• You are excited about working in a school community characterized by high expectations

Position Description

The Biome is seeking a dynamic and thoughtful Kindergarten teacher, whose own love of learning inspires curiosity and engagement in students. The elementary teacher is responsible for creating an active learning environment in which students develop and refine their skills in mathematics, reading, writing, social studies, and science. Pairing the designated curriculum with lesson-planning autonomy, the Kindergarten teacher designs experiences that excite students and encourage them to actively explore, discover, and learn. Teachers collaborate across grade levels to ensure students experience diverse opportunities that promote understanding, support their needs, and stimulate interest in learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create activities and experiences that engage students and develop their cognitive, social, and emotional skills
• Design lessons, assignments, and assessments aligned with Missouri Learning Standards
• Differentiate instruction and independent work to support each student
• Use data to inform planning and instruction
• Establish a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Set expectations and manage the classroom effectively
• Communicate student progress to families and staff
• Participate in professional development and stay updated on best practices
• Complete responsibilities professionally and timely

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Self-confident and resilient
• Reliable and data-driven

Application Materials

• Resume (max two pages, 12-point font)
• Cover letter explaining interest and suitability (max two pages, 12-point font)

Phone calls will not be accepted.