Kindergarten Teacher (25-26SY)

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a certified Kindergarten Teacher for the Elementary level. The role requires a valid Indiana Teaching License for grades K-6 and involves evaluating student performance, collaborating with staff, and adapting instructional methods. Comprehensive benefits include medical, vision, dental, and retirement contributions, aiming to foster a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Required valid Indiana State Teacher's License for K-6.
• Must communicate effectively and work collaboratively.
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate student work and track academic growth.
• Administer assessments to measure instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Flexibility

Time-management

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Kindergarten - Certified - Elementary, Indiana Teaching License K-6 Elementary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred
• Must hold a valid Indiana State Teacher's License in elementary teaching for grades K-6 or be enrolled in an accredited Transition to Teaching (T2T) program with an emergency permit from the state of Indiana.

Experiences Required

• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Flexibility and open-mindedness
• No excuses philosophy
• Good time-management skills
• Ability to adapt material
• Effective collaboration with professional staff
• Team-first mindset

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate student work and assessment data to inform instruction, track academic growth, maintain records, and prepare reports
• Administer assessments to evaluate instructional effectiveness
• Demonstrate high effectiveness in teaching
• Align with Cold Spring Philosophy, Beliefs, and Instructional Excellence
• Collaborate with administration and staff
• Provide small group instruction as needed
• Use diverse instructional methods and materials
• Maintain a growth mindset
• Encourage parent involvement
• Utilize community resources to support instruction
• Seek feedback for instructional improvement
• Maintain a safe classroom and playground environment
• Resolve conflicts promptly and constructively
• Participate in staff and curriculum development workshops and professional learning communities, including during summer or outside regular hours
• Respond promptly to needs and feedback
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Cold Spring offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and retirement contributions.