Notice of Vacancy

POSITION:

Young 5s K-Knights Teacher

LOCATION: Central Elementary

START DATE/CALENDAR: 202627 School Year / Per KHEA Master Agreement

SALARY/BENEFITS: As outlined in the KHEA Master Agreement

SUMMARY

Kenowa Hills Public Schools is seeking a highly collaborative nurturing and student-centered educator to serve as a Young 5s K-Knights Teacher at Central Elementary. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of early childhood development and foundational literacy instruction while creating a safe engaging and relationship-centered classroom environment that supports the academic behavioral social-emotional and developmental needs of young learners.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to developmentally appropriate practices small group instruction strong family partnerships and responsive teaching that supports all students in building confidence and readiness for kindergarten and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold a valid State of Michigan elementary teaching certificate
• ZA endorsement preferred
• Experience with or willingness to implement:
  • LETRS-informed literacy practices
  • Bookworms Reading and Writing curriculum
  • Bridges Mathematics
  • i-Ready instructional and diagnostic tools
  • Small group and differentiated instruction
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Experience with Capturing Kids Hearts (CKH) or relationship-centered classroom practices preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • Early childhood development
  • Foundational literacy instruction
  • Developmentally appropriate instructional practices
  • Social-emotional learning and self-regulation
• Willingness to participate in district-provided training opportunities including CPI UKERU CPR/First Aid LETRS and other district instructional initiatives
• Masters degree in Early Childhood Reading Literacy Curriculum or related field preferred
• Required knowledge of skills and abilities related to diversity equity and cultural competence
• Knowledge of ones own competence in the area of diversity and equity how this influences behavior and a desire to learn about others identities and experiences

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver engaging developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to district and state standards
• Implement high-quality literacy instruction aligned to district curriculum and LETRS-informed practices
• Utilize Bookworms Bridges i-Ready and other district instructional resources with fidelity
• Provide differentiated instruction through whole group small group play-based and individualized learning opportunities
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) including analyzing student data through the lens of the four PLC questions
• Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor progress and guide instructional decisions
• Establish and maintain classroom routines expectations and procedures consistent with district and building practices including Capturing Kids Hearts (CKH)
• Create a safe nurturing inclusive and engaging classroom environment that promotes student growth independence collaboration and belonging
• Utilize a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to support students academically behaviorally socially and emotionally
• Support students with varying academic behavioral social-emotional and regulatory needs including students who may demonstrate disruptive dysregulated unsafe or escalated behaviors
• Implement classroom management de-escalation and student support strategies aligned with district practices and training
• Respond calmly safely and appropriately to student behavioral escalation or crisis situations
• Collaborate regularly with grade-level teams interventionists special education staff and families to support student success across academic and behavioral areas
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain accurate attendance and academic records as required by the district
• Participate in professional learning and continuous improvement aligned with district initiatives and instructional practices

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand walk and move throughout the classroom and school environment for extended periods of time
• Sit on the floor bend kneel crouch squat and work at student level frequently throughout the day
• Lift carry or move instructional materials classroom equipment and/or young students as needed (up to 50 pounds)
• Use hands and arms to operate instructional technology classroom materials sensory tools and assessment resources
• Communicate effectively with students staff and families

The work environment may include:

• Frequent movement transitions active play and moderate to occasionally high noise levels
• Supporting students during classroom instruction recess arrival/dismissal and other school activities
• Supporting students with varying academic behavioral social-emotional sensory and developmental needs

This role also requires:

• The ability to maintain a safe structured nurturing and engaging learning environment
• The ability to respond calmly and appropriately to student needs and classroom situations in real time
• The ability to implement instructional strategies interventions and behavior supports with consistency and fidelity
• Collaboration with colleagues and support staff in a fast-paced educational environment

WORK LOCATION REQUIREMENT

This position is an in-person role requiring regular on-site attendance. The essential functions of this position cannot be performed remotely.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants may apply online at:
Kenowa Hills SchoolSpring Employment Page

Please include all transcripts certifications resume and letters of reference.

Questions may be directed to:

Chris Bernard
Central Elementary Assistant Principal

Abby Wiseman
Central Elementary Principal

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Until Filled

NOTE TO APPLICANTS

Pursuant to PA 131 the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to employment through Livescan fingerprinting. The candidate is responsible for the fingerprinting background check fee.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Kenowa Hills Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin or ancestry sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity) age disability height weight marital status genetic information military status or any other legally protected status in its programs services activities or employment opportunities.

Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:

Director of Human Resources
Kenowa Hills Public Schools
2325 Four Mile Road NW
Grand Rapids MI 49544
Phone:

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the application or interview process are encouraged to contact Human Resources.