Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4-Teaching Cert Reqd
• Date Posted: 3/11/2026
• Location:
  
  District placement
• Date Available:
  
  08/07/2026

Plan, instruct, and assess the district curriculum. Accountable for organizing and maintaining classroom management to ensure maximum student engagement and learning. Implement foundational kindergarten readiness skills through a variety of instructional practices. The ideal candidate will have the willingness to build positive relationships with all stakeholders. The candidate will be a team player with a strong understanding of child development and Missouri Learning Standards, knowledgeable of and use of research-based instructional strategies.

Will participate in district and building professional development opportunities. Will participate in building Professional Learning Communities and collaborate with the transitional kindergarten/kindergarten Professional Learning Team.

Current Missouri Certification in Elementary Education B-3. Experience in Early Childhood P-K or Kindergarten is preferred. Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities (PLC's) preferred. Willingness to collaborate with peers. Must successfully pass a background check and drug test that are satisfactory to the Board of Education. Willingness to understand and support the District's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan.

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