Kindergarten Teacher (One Year Position)

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a developmentally based curriculum that encourages children to explore, discover, and construct knowledge through thinking, questioning, experimenting, and fun.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of teaching early literacy and numeracy, using data to effectively drive instruction.
• Integrate creative expression and an appreciation for the arts into daily classroom activities.
• Maintain strong classroom management utilizing trauma-informed school beliefs and effective de-escalation techniques.
• View each child as a whole person, supporting their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Value and accept children for who they are, fostering an image of the child as capable and competent.
• Cultivate positive, consistent relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Maintain an approachable, listening-first presence; respond to parent questions, concerns, and ideas with respect and strict confidentiality.
• Establish an effective classroom communication system (e.g., newsletters, classroom social media groups, and individual outreach) to keep families engaged.
• Work collaboratively with the adults in the classroom to accommodate each child's unique developmental level.
• Model a professional, positive attitude in all interactions with families and colleagues.
• Share teaching ideas and materials generously with co-workers.
• Actively collaborate on new ideas and constructively implement feedback provided by peers and administrators.

Position Requirements

• Experienced preferred, but not required
• Appropriate Grade-Level Endorsement Required (029/020)
• Highly Qualified
• If you are an internal candidate interested in this position, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Maggie Mitchell by July 4th. She can be reached by email at maggie.mitchell@rsu34.org

Application Information

For External Candidates: Visit the RSU#34 website at https://www.rsu34.org/employment-applications-and-vacancies for a teaching application. A complete application packet must include: application, cover letter, resume, MDOE authorization, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Positions will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Complete packets should be sent to shelley.wyman@rsu34.org or mailed to:

RSU #34 Superintendent's Office
Attn: Shelley Wyman
156 Oak St.
Old Town, ME 04468

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