Richford Elementary School a prekindergarten through grade five school is excited to invite applications for a Kindergarten Teacher position for theschool year. As a proud Leader in Me school we empower students to take ownership of their learning develop leadership skills and make a meaningful impact in their school and community.Were looking for an educator who thrives in a collaborative teamdriven environmentsomeone who uses data to inform instruction adapts to student needs and brings creativity to the classroom. The ideal candidate values student voice fosters leadership and creates an inclusive engaging space where every child grows academically socially and emotionally. At RES teaching is a shared effort and were excited to welcome a team player whos ready to make an impact.What Sets RES Apart TeamBased Instructional Model Teachers coplan and teamteach many content areas working closely with colleagues interventionists specialists and paraeducators to design integrated instruction that meets diverse student needs. MultiTiered System of Supports (MTSS) We take a datainformed approach to instruction ensuring every student gets the right level of support to succeed. Strong Student Support Team Teachers collaborate with behavior specialists school counselors and administrators to support students academic and socialemotional growth. Leader in Me School We embed leadership development and life skills into daily learning helping students grow as confident responsible individuals. Professional Growth & Mentorship FNESU and RES offer mentorship coaching targeted professional learning and a supportive administration to help educators refine their craft and grow professionally.Responsibilities:Coplanning and teamteaching to create engaging datainformed instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards Leader in Me principles and our math and literacy programs to ensure cohesive highquality instruction.Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners ensuring students receive the right level of challenge and support.Collaborating in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to reflect on student progress and refine teaching practices.Using TraumaInformed Practices and the Responsive Classroom model to build a positive inclusive classroom culture.Building meaningful connections with families to support student growth beyond the classroom.Who Were Looking For:A collaborative teamfocused educator who enjoys coteaching coplanning and problemsolving with colleagues to achieve the schools goals.Someone ready to lead initiatives and take on leadership roles contributing to our culture of collaboration and leadership development.A flexible innovative educator eager to try new approaches to engage students and foster their growth.An educator who prioritizes student voice and leadership helping learners take ownership of their learning.A teacher who values building strong relationships with students families and colleagues.Consider joining Richford Elementary School and be part of a dynamic innovative learning community where teachers work together to shape students educational experiences and leadership skills.We encourage potential candidates to visit RES explore our professional learning community and see if we are the right match for you!Our employees are offered a competitive benefits package. For new teachers the package also includes student loan assistance longevity bonuses and a competitive starting salary. We provide embedded support for teachers including: new teacher mentoring local professional development opportunities and schoolbased instructional coaching. FNESU teachers and leaders are innovative and forwardthinking. Many have been recognized at the local state and national level for their work in education. We are seeking candidates committed to continuously improving practices in order to best serve our students teachers and communities.Franklin Northeast Supervisory Union (FNESU) is a PreK12 system comprised of 6 rural towns in Northern Vermont; Bakersfield Berkshire Enosburg Montgomery Richford and Sheldon. FNESU consists of six Elementary Schools two Middle Schools two High Schools and one Technical Career Center. FNESU serves approximately 1950 students within our six towns. FNESU is situated in rural northwestern Vermont which is the perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts. We are located just 20 miles from Jay Peak Resort 32 miles from Smugglers Notch and within driving distance to several other surrounding ski resorts. There are plenty of areas to hike swim crosscountry ski snowmobile and mountain bike. We are an hour away from Burlington and just an hour and a half from Montreal.