Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher The Miami Valley School - 3.8 Dayton, OH Job Details Full-time From $42,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Academic program development Behavior management Kindergarten experience Master's degree in education Report writing Elementary Education Writing skills Early childhood education Elementary Education Teaching Certification Master's degree Education Bachelor's degree Decision making Bachelor's degree in education Elementary school teaching Classroom behavior management Collaborative teaching Communication skills Teaching Entry level K-12 education instructional development

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Early Childhood School Lead Teacher (Kindergarten) The Miami Valley School (MVS). Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For 60+ years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do. The Role. The Early Childhood Kindergarten Teacher must be a passionate and skillful teacher, who is eager to invest their talents in our Early Childhood school program. They must establish a supportive and engaging environment for Early Childhood school students, work collaboratively with colleagues and parents, have excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a desire to embrace immersion method into their teaching. In addition, this teacher will have completed coursework or possess teaching experience in specific subfields of elementary education (e.g.classroom/ behavior management, social and emotional learning, child development, subject expertise etc.) related to his/her teaching responsibilities. The Opportunity. All members of MVS' vibrant faculty bring the school's mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community. Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to: Expand Global Leadership. MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. Enhance Cultural Experiences. Through your instruction and development of an inspiring Immersion Learning Program, you and your students will experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content. Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community,you'll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families. Innovate. As we continue to develop our programming, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here, you and your team will integrate academics, hands-on activities, and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of learning. Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility. Through your intentional planning and development of coursework, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today's pressing challenges. Collaborate as Part of a World-Class Team. In your role as a teaching assistant at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning. And, of course, you will get to Teach! In this position you will be a lead teacher in a classroom with Kindergarten students.

Expectations:

Demonstrate a commitment to culturally inclusive curricula and inclusive classroom practices Demonstrate a lifelong appreciation for healthy and creative decision-making in their students Build collaborative partnership with students, parents, and colleagues Demonstrate an ability to develop rapport with students Commit to lifelong learning through engagement in ongoing professional development

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead teacher in Kindergarten or within the Early Childhood School Develop and propose new units each year, including new Immersions Fulfill all other faculty responsibilities that may occur outside the school day, including writing progress reports and planning, attending school-related functions, which include but are not limited to: Caregiver Information Night (CIN) and Parent-Teacher Conferences Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Undergraduate or Master Degree in Education Certificate in Elementary Education, preferred Desire to work with early childhood school students in an experiential setting Benefits. This is a full-time opportunity that provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a matching 403(b) program, and 50% tuition remission for the children of employees. Take the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed , cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to . Please do not call the school directly. Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

Pay:

From $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Kindergarten:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person