Job Description

POSITION:

Kindergarten Teacher (Shared Time)

2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION(S):

Christ the King Catholic School- Detroit

SALARY:

Shared Time Teacher Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate
• Demonstrated coursework and/or specific experience necessary for posted assignment
• Able to plan for and deliver effective instruction, manage student behavior and classroom environment, assess productively, and self-reflect on instructional effectiveness
• Demonstrate evidence of recent coursework and/or in-service activities directed toward improving professional competence

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Kindergarten Teacher, this course is student-oriented with a focus on reading & writing literacy, mathematics, science and social studies. The goal of the Kindergarten Program is to meet the academic and social development of students. The Kindergarten Teacher will design instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of learners by the end of the year moving towards achieving the benchmarks designated for the grade level. Instruction supports a diverse population of students as move through the process of becoming independent learners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate (elementary)
• Ability to plan for and deliver effective instruction, manage student behavior and the classroom environment, assess productively, and self-reflect on instructional effectiveness
• Evidence of recent coursework and/or in-service activities directed toward improving professional competence
• Experience working with diverse learners and ability and willingness to use differentiated instruction strategies to meet the needs of all students
• Demonstration of ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to students, staff, and parents.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Preparation

• Plan coherent units of study, lessons, and activities with clear learning objectives that reflect elementary standards/benchmarks and district-adopted curriculum
• Plan and develop appropriate pre- and post-instruction assessments to evaluate each student's progress
• Plan for appropriate use of materials and resources that motivate students to learn
• Develop lessons and use instructional techniques targeted to diverse backgrounds, abilities, interests, personalities and needs

Classroom Environment

• Organize classroom space and manage classroom instruction and procedures
• Create a learning environment of mutual respect and rapport that supports physical and emotional safety for all
• Provide behavioral directions in a calm, clear, and professional manner
• Use a variety of well-researched strategies so students enjoy an engaging, positive, and effective culture for learning
• Develop and follow through on instructional plans; differentiate and modify to meet each student's specific needs

Instruction

• Instruction in a manner which balances lecture, student information sharing, discovery and inquiry and whole/small group instruction
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques
• Engage students actively and meaningfully in their learning
• Provide both formative and summative feedback in a timely manner
• Be flexible and responsive to student differences
• Use differentiated materials, content, activities, instructional strategies, and assessments to meet the needs of all students

Professional Responsibilities

1. Participate in faculty committees, community events, student activities, and professional development opportunities
2. Initiate and participate in curriculum development activities related to the teaching and learning
3. Reflect thoughtfully on teaching practices
4. Actively contribute to building and district school improvement efforts.
5. Collect and utilize student data and share with students and parents to improve outcomes
6. Develop an effective process to communicate with parents and students

APPLICATION PROCESS

https://www.applitrack.com/OAKLANDSCHOOLS/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp-district=46152

Applicants may also email a cover letter and resume to gary.yee@berkleyschools.org

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Until Filled

Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check. Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process at the applicant's expense.

Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973