PKTeacher

Position: PK4 Teacher
JOB DESCRIPTION.

Second Baptist School is currently seeking a full-time PK4 teacher for the  school year.

• Campus Location: SBS Woodway
• Reports To: Head of Lower School

JOB SUMMARY.

Second Baptist School seeks a PK4 teacher with early childhood experience. Teachers will plan, organize and implement a developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered program that nurtures each child's spiritual, social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth. This role partners closely with families and colleagues to support a caring community, academic excellence and Christ-centered education.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED.

To perform this job successfully, candidates must be willing and able to:

• Build a safe, joyful, orderly classroom grounded in biblical truth and age-appropriate routines
• Design play-based learning and centers that develop early literacy, number sense, fine/gross motor skills and language
• Differentiate instruction and support diverse learners within small-group rotations
• Observe, document and communicate student growth using developmental benchmarks
• Collaborate with instructional aides and specialists; maintain professional, timely parent communication
• Report to work on a regular and punctual basis and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships
• Perform other duties that support the goals of the lower school program

CANDIDATE SUMMARY.

We seek the following in qualified candidates:

• A bachelor's degree (early childhood, child development or elementary education preferred)
• A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a positive Christian role model to students
• Three or more years of lead-teacher experience in PK3, PK4 and/or Bridge (strongly preferred)
• State teaching certification (EC-6 or comparable) preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; strong organization and classroom management
• Proficiency with instructional technology and a commitment to ongoing professional growth
• A responsible steward of school resources and a personal commitment to support the school's fundraising efforts as able

CLASSROOM TEACHER JOB SUMMARY.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons and center-based activities that promote active learning
• Establish clear objectives for learning and communicate them to students and parents
• Manage daily routines (arrival, transitions, restroom breaks, snack, rest time) with care and consistency
• Model and reinforce positive behavior; maintain discipline in alignment with SBS policies
• Monitor and document student progress; adjust instruction based on observations and data
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, assessment notes and parent communication
• Partner with families through regular updates, prompt replies and scheduled conferences
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, instructional aides and specialists; participate in chapel and school events
• Prepare the classroom environment, materials and displays; safeguard student health and safety
• Assign and review age-appropriate practice; provide timely, constructive feedback
• Attend meetings and professional learning; contribute to school wide initiatives

Ideal candidates should have at least three or more years of teaching experience and/or hold a teacher certification from a state agency or school accreditation agency.

An advanced degree, independent school teaching, coaching and prior knowledge of Second Baptist Church and School are considered a plus.