Teacher: Kindergarten Dual Language

TrulyHired; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired in Maryland seeks a Teacher: Kindergarten-Dual Language to educate 4- to 6-year-olds in a dual language immersion setting, focusing on literacy, science, social studies, and personal development. The teacher will plan lessons, use multimodal teaching aids, supervise students, maintain records, and collaborate with families and a school-based immersion team to uphold program integrity.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in education, MD certification eligibility, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.
• Maryland educator certificate/license eligibility required or the candidate must be eligible to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares and presents lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Incorporates multimodal learning using audio-visual aids.
• Maintains environment conducive to students' development.
• Monitors use and care of equipment and materials.
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required.
• Counsels students and confers with families on progress.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in planning discussions.
• Collaborates with dual language immersion team and program stakeholders.

Skills

Effective speaking and writing

Diversity awareness

School organization knowledge

Microsoft Office & video conferencing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education

Job description

Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher: Kindergarten Dual Language

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

In a Dual Language Immersion model of instruction, teaches foundational literacy/oracy skills, elemental natural and social sciences, personal hygiene, music, and art to children from 4 to 6 years old to promote their physical, mental and social development. Provides and supervises a wide variety of experiences by means of dramatic play, storytelling, field visits, and group discussions to stimulate students' interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment. Fosters cooperative social behavior through games and group projects to assist children in forming satisfying relationships with other children and adults. Encourages students in singing, dancing, rhythmic activities, and in use of art materials to promote self-expression and appreciation of esthetic experience. Instructs children in practices of personal cleanliness and self-care. Alternates periods of strenuous activity with periods of rest or light activity to avoid over stimulation and fatigue. Observes children to detect sign of ill health or emotional disturbance, and the evaluate progress. Discusses students' problems and progress with parents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, prepares and presents lesson plans, assignments, and instructional materials in an appropriate fashion that meets the needs of all students.
  
• Incorporates multimodal learning throughout the instructional day, including audio-visual teaching aids, to present subject matter to students.
  
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and the emotional development of children.
  
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
  
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy/Administrative Regulation.
  
• Prepares, administers and corrects assessments, and records results.
  
• Counsels students and confers with families when academic and adjustment problems arise; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
  
• Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and special committees; and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods.
  
• Collaborates with school-based dual language immersion team and program stakeholders to uphold the integrity of the district's dual langauge immersion program.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives with special emphasis on teaching techniques.
  
• Knowledge of materials in field of specialization. Knowledge of current trends and research in field of specialization.
  
• Ability to effectively speak and write.
  
• Knowledge of and proficiency in technical areas of instruction.
  
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

• Bilingual/Biliterate in target language of instruction at advanced-mid proficiency (minimum level 8) in each of four language domains (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) as measured by the STAMP 4s assessment; or completion of a university degree that was earned in the target language of instruction. near native required.

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

9/1/2025

Established Date:

1/1/2024

Title Code:

C01906

Title:

TEACHER: KINDERGARTEN-DUAL LANGUAGE

Alternate Title:

Teacher: Kindergarten-Dual Language

Reports to Generic:

Principal

Reports to Specific:

PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division:

Academics

Business Unit:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Department:

Elementary Programs

Negotiated Agreement:

Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:

I

Days Worked:

191

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Grade:

TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07