FREEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL                                                                  

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER - 1.0 FTE - Non-Continuing for the 2025-2026 School Year

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implements district and building philosophies and goals.
2. Implements adopted curricular programs, state standards/required assessments and provide for individual learning needs of students.
3. Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school district.
4. Uses a variety of instructional modes to present subject matter in the classroom.
5. Administers tests/screenings to evaluate pupil progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress. Provides for individual differences in the learning needs of students.
6. Prepares lessons, corrects papers and homework.
7. Maintains school-wide expectations in classroom and non-academic areas. Provides classroom climate which is based upon mutual respect, rapport, fairness and consistency.
8. Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
9. Discusses pupils' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents.
10. Interacts positively with students, professional associates, and patrons of the school district.
11. Coordinates class field trips.
12. Attends meetings as required. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
13. Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assists pupils in selecting course of study, and counsel students in adjustment and academic problems.
14. Assists in the evaluation of curricular programs and the selection and evaluation of instructional equipment and materials including classroom-based assessments required by state.
15. Provides academic guidance and counseling for students under his/her direction and communicates with parents and student counselor concerning academic progress.
16. Promotes the District’s educational and accreditation goals through parent conferences and related activities.
17. Maintains appropriate student records.
18. Maintains and promote own personal professional growth through appropriate workshops, reading of professional materials and participating in professional development opportunities.
19. Collaborates effectively and consistently with grade level team members, grade level bands, special education team and para professionals support staff.
20. Performs other related duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate.
• Must possess an endorsement in elementary education.
• Must favorably pass the Washington State Patrol/FBI background check.
• Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in communicating with students, parents, staff, and community.
• Demonstrated success by training/experience which recognizes all children as learners.
• Preference given to quality current references.
• Must submit a complete application packet.

Terms of Employment:

This is a 1.0 FTE non-continuing contract for the 2025/2026 school year.  Salary is based upon placement on the salary schedule.