| Open Position: Kindergarten Teacher Reports to: Director of the Early Learning Center and Extended Day When Needed: 2018 – 19 Academic Year “I’ve never felt so empowered.”
-STS employee Are you a dynamic, highly motivated professional that embraces innovation and longs to be part of a school that encourages thoughtful risk-taking, is open to new approaches, and is committed to your professional development? If so, we have the perfect role for you! We are seeking a talented, compassionate, and dynamic Early Childhood Teacher to help us advance our vision of being a recognized leader in early childhood through 8th Grade education. You would work full-time in the Early Learning Center (ELC), which includes Preschool (ages 2.5 – 3), Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4-5), and Kindergarten, (ages 5-6). The current opening is for a Kindergarten teacher. We are looking for someone who can work effectively independently as well as part of a team. We need a leader who understands best practices in teaching Early Childhood Education and who is passionate about teaching to pre-school aged children and enhancing student life. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you! Salary is competitive with public and independent schools. STS offers an excellent benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and an extraordinary work environment. Who We Are - Non-Sectarian
- Independent
- Preschool – Eighth Grade
What We Offer - Competitive Salary
- Robust Benefits Package
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Extraordinary Work Environment
St. Thomas School, one of the oldest independent schools on the east side of Lake Washington, is defined by a cognitively rigorous program with an emphasis on developing character, leadership, and a passion for learning and achievement. STS is a recognized leader in developing the whole student. Our core values include gratitude, responsibility, respect, courage, integrity, tolerance, compassion, perseverance, and generosity. STS serves over 300 students and boasts a 55,000 sq. ft. LEED Gold certified campus. Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, provides an exemplary instructional experience in the classroom for Kindergarten students, and supports students, parents, and other community members in realizing our Guiding Principles. Abides by our Framework for Professional Standards. Specific Responsibilities: - Plans and implements a cognitively challenging program with an emphasis on literacy and math, utilizing best early childhood practices and elementary education
- Develops and maintains supportive, cooperative relationships with families
- Engages in continued professional development in early childhood best practices
- Works cooperatively and effectively as a team member and within the context of a continuous program, age 30 months through 8th grade
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