Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher Mountain Discovery Charter School is looking for a highly qualified kindergarten teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.
General Description The Kindergarten Teacher shall report directly to the Co-Directors and under direction shall assume responsibility of instructing students in data-based reading strategies using the Science of Reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, spelling, math, science and social studies while creating a positive, engaging and nurturing environment for experiential learning.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated successful experience in project-based instruction, effective teaching of lower-elementary literacy and numeracy, a natural aptitude for cultivating relationships with students and families, and significant knowledge of data-driven and differentiated instruction.
LETRS training desired or willingness to earn LETRS certification.
Minimum Qualifications Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina teaching license in or related to the area of assigned responsibility.
Experience in lower elementary classroom teaching.
Desired Qualifications Ability to work collaboratively with all staff members.
Ability to plan and implement experiential learning activities.
Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with children, teachers, staff, and representatives of other agencies.
Possess specialized skills, experience, and training in the areas of instructional methodologies, curriculum design/modification, demonstration teaching and staff development.
Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with state model curriculum frameworks, curriculum guides and other exemplary instructionally-related resources.
Experience or knowledge of effective, evidenced-based Phonics instruction.
Duties and Responsibilities Create differentiated lessons based on students’ individual needs.
Collaborate with Exceptional Children’s Teachers on current lessons, pacing, programs, and services to students.
Assists in conducting student needs assessments.
Design instructional materials and sample lessons consistent grade levels assigned.
Participates on school committees as assigned.
Maintain professional competency by actively engaging in employer directed professional development activities and other similar opportunities provided to staff.
Cooperatively engage in the professional evaluation process with the supervisor to ensure ongoing professional growth and competence.
Effectively communicates with staff, parents and agencies.
Attend all staff meetings and actively participates as a member of the educational team.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Please reach out to admin@mountaindiscovery.
org for questions