Kindergarten Teacher - K4 (25/26 School Year)

HOPE Christian Schools; Brown Deer (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated teachers for the upcoming school year. This rewarding role involves leading classroom instruction, fostering student engagement, and collaborating with families to support academic success and character development. The ideal candidate will possess strong instructional skills, a commitment to nurturing a positive learning environment, and the ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively. Join a vibrant community focused on providing high-quality, faith-based education, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on students’ lives. Embrace this opportunity to inspire and shape the future of young minds in a supportive and enriching atmosphere.

Benefits

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community

Flexible scheduling for extracurricular activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with a valid Wisconsin teaching credential.
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily instruction plans for scholars.
• Conduct assessments and track student progress effectively.

Skills

Instructional skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Engagement strategies

Feedback seeking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

12 educational teaching credits

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Virtual learning platforms

Job description

We are very excited to kick-off our hiring for the upcoming 2025/2026 School Year at HOPE Christian Schools! HOPE is a Christian choice school network with 6 campuses in Milwaukee and Racine that offers high-quality, affordable, and faith-filled education to all of God's children. We firmly believe that each child should come to know the unconditional love of Christ, have the goal of a college education, and champion the positive growth of personal character. Teaching at HOPE Schools provides a rewarding career filled with magic moments while providing the resources you need to be the best version of yourself, from day-one health benefits to robust professional development. Apply today to learn more about how a career at HOPE can change your life!

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Principal, the Teacher will lead the instruction and training of scholars in his or her classroom and/or assigned grade level(s). The Lead Teacher will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to ensure that academic success and character development are achieved by all scholars in the classroom.

1. Develop and implement daily instruction plans as part of the long-range educational and organizational goals
2. Employ a variety of creative, differentiated, and research-based instructional strategies that ensure students are actively engaged in meaningful and rigorous learning experiences
3. Conduct interim assessments, track student progress, and perform regular data analysis to determine student mastery and diagnose areas of misunderstanding
4. Actively and professionally participate in all faculty and staff meetings, professional development, and events
5. Teach, lead, or assist with educational or extracurricular activities outside of regular school hours
6. Assist with scholar recruitment efforts as needed
7. Live and act as a biblical role model and Open Sky Education representative in your life for our scholars, team members and community
8. Agree to comply at all times with our Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith
9. Agree to engage in the faith life of our scholars and in collaboration with other team members
10. Perform other duties as requested or required

Serving Leader

1. Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions

Collaborative Relationships

1. Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
2. Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities

Resource Management

1. Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc.

Forming Character

1. Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
2. Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
3. Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development

Academic Excellence

1. Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
2. Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
3. Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher
2. Strong instructional and classroom management skills
3. Valid Wisconsin teaching credential or willingness to attain one
4. Minimum of 12 educational teaching credits required after 3 years
5. At least 1-3 years of teaching experience, urban experience a plus
6. Experience working with students and families in low income urban communities
7. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
8. Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
9. Proven track record of student achievement results

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.