Kindergarten Teacher

*Kindergarten Teacher Position Description* South Shore Christian Academy is a Christian, Preschool - Grade 12, college-preparatory, richly diverse day school south of Boston, Massachusetts.
We are on a mission to “glorify Jesus Christ by revealing truth, imparting knowledge, stimulating spiritual growth, and developing Christian character in young men and women through a college preparatory curriculum taught by Christian teachers,” so that students can be well-equipped to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God” in our world.
This formative process begins in our vibrant Lower School! We are seeking a *full-time kindergarten teacher* for *immediate start*.
This is an all-day, 5 day per week position.
A typical school day runs from 7:30am-3:00pm.
Teachers are to be in the school building by 7:10 am M-F.
*Essential Duties* In addition to normal teaching responsibilities, other areas of responsibility include: ● Implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that addresses the whole child.
● Planning a daily routine that creates a balance in the day and fits within the broader schoolschedule.
● Communicating regularly with parents and/or guardians about class and school activities, as wellas their son’s or daughter’s progress in the class.
● Fostering a positive, encouraging, whimsical, and supportive environment.
● Supervising children at all times.
● Working closely with the Kindergarten aide and other early education faculty staff to ensure asense of continuity of quality and approach.
● Overseeing Kindergarten aide.
● Contributing to school improvement initiatives, including participating in meetings, collaborativework, and professional development activities.
● Support Admissions and Development functions, including but not limited to: participating inadmissions events and evaluating prospective students.
*Minimum Requirements* ● Must be a committed follower of Christ and affirm SSCA Statement of Faith and Teaching Positions.
● Must exhibit a high degree of cultural competency to contribute within a multi-racial, multi-denominational environment.
● Bachelor's degree required, preferably in early childhood education; Master’s degree preferred.
● Ideal candidate will have at least two years of teaching experience in an early childhood setting (apracticum counts toward this).
● State certification preferred, but not required.
● Required to move about campus regularly, including navigating stairs; to sit, stand, talk, hear, see, and to lift loads of 30 lbs.
● Must be able to perform all job functions, or modified functions, remotely if required or deemednecessary by the Head of School.
● SSCA conducts background checks and employment authorizations.
This position will begin upon hire, and is eligible for renewal next school year.
Please go to www.
southshorechristian.
org/careers/ to further apply for this position.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $35,000.
00 - $45,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Work Location: In person