Kindergarten Teacher @ Chicod

Applitrack; Chicod (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Chicod, North Carolina, seeks a Kindergarten Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment aligned with NC Standard Course of Study and NCDPI guidelines.

You will plan and deliver engaging literacy and numeracy instruction, differentiate for diverse learners (AIG, EL, IEP/504), collaborate with staff, conduct progress assessments, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid North Carolina Professional Educator's License in Birth-Kindergarten or Elementary Education (or eligibility).
• Successful completion of state and local background checks and drug screenings.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners including EL, IEP, and 504 plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver standards-based lessons.
• Monitor student progress using assessments and provide feedback.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners (AIG, EL, IEP/504).
• Collaborate with grade-level peers and school staff.
• Communicate regularly with families and participate in parent conferences.

Skills

Early Childhood Expertise

Communication & Interpersonal

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

NC Professional Educator's License (Birth-K) or Elementary Education eligibility

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Kindergarten
  
• Date Posted:
  9/23/2026
  
• Location:
  Chicod
  

Position Overview

The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment that promotes early childhood academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Operating in accordance with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) guidelines, the teacher implements the NC Standard Course of Study using age-appropriate, hands-on, and play-based instructional techniques.

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons aligned with the NC Standard Course of Study.

Integrate play-based learning, multi-sensory activities, and hands-on tools to teach fundamental literacy, phonics, number sense, and problem-solving skills.

Utilize state-mandated early literacy assessment tools to screen, monitor progress, and tailor instruction to individual student needs.

Differentiate instruction for diverse learners, including Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) students, English Learners (EL), and students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans.

Classroom Culture & Behavior Management

Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that encourages curiosity, cooperation, and respect.

Implement clear classroom rules, routines, and positive behavior supports (PBIS) to guide social-emotional development and self-regulation.

Supervise children during classroom activities, transitions, recess, meal times, and dismissal to ensure physical safety at all times.

Assessment & Progress Reporting

Regularly monitor and record student progress using informal observations, formative assessments, and state benchmark tools.

Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress, behavioral growth, and developmental milestones.

Maintain accurate administrative records, including attendance, report cards, and cumulative files, in accordance with district policies.

Professional Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate regularly with grade-level peers, specialized instructional support personnel, special education staff, and school administrators.

Participate in professional learning teams (PLTs), staff meetings, and required district professional development sessions.

Maintain regular, open communication with families through newsletters, messaging apps, phone calls, and conferences.

Required Qualifications & Licensure

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Licensure: Valid North Carolina Professional Educator's License in Birth-Kindergarten (B-K) or Elementary Education (K-6) (or eligibility for an NC Residency License/license reciprocity).

Background Check: Successful completion of state and local criminal background checks and drug screenings as required by our district.

Knowledge, Skills, and Physical Demands

Early Childhood Expertise: Deep understanding of child development principles, early literacy acquisition, and foundational mathematical concepts.

Communication & Interpersonal: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with young children, parents, colleagues, and administration.

Physical Requirements: Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, sit on the floor with students, lift up to 25 pounds, and stand for extended periods during supervision and instruction.