2026-27 Kindergarten Teacher, West Englewood Elementary

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Missouri Teacher Certificate Birth-3 rd Grade Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB GOAL

To create a flexible kindergarten program and kindergarten environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further participation in the total school program, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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 abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Provides learning experiences in language arts, social studies, pre-reading, arithmetic, science, art, physical education, and music to pupils, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of pupils with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturities. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and help the pupils make a satisfactory transition to school. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities without interfering with the naturally informal atmosphere of a kindergarten. Evaluates the academic and social growth of pupils, and keeps appropriate records. Communicates with parents through a variety of means. Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual pupil's progress and interprets the school program. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities. Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. Ensures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs as required. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities. Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills. Complies with good safety practices. Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies. Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary may be assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear, and speak, and must have close, moderate, and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position requires a moderate amount of travel and physical activity.

CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is consistent with a typical office/school environment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board of Education—benefits according to Board policies.

FLSA:

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Public School Retirement System (PSRS)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate, Birth-3 rd Grade

CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluations utilizing the Performance-Based Teacher Evaluation process.