KG/Grade 1 Teacher

Position Summary

GTIIT-Affiliated International School teachers are adept at working with a diverse group of students of varying ages, and therefore are able to differentiate curriculum, individualize instruction and ensure a depth of conceptual and skills-based understanding. We seek dynamic individuals who model a passion for and expertise in holistic education, and who can collaborate effectively to develop and implement curriculum, track student progress, and group students for differentiation. During the school’s start-up phase, teachers instruct multi-age classes in standards-aligned curricula that focus on conceptual understanding, skills acquisition, and character growth. 

The K/1 teacher understands how to transition kids from early childhood to elementary school, and is always cognizant of age-appropriate activities and instruction. Students are taught independence skills that give them agency in their learning. Kids explore concepts and become adept at standards-based skills, and there is plenty of time for play and social engagement so the whole child can develop. The K/1 teacher creates a joyous learning space for all.

Essential Functions

Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

• Plan units that focus on the three Cs: conceptual understanding, competency (skills) acquisition, and character development
• Integrate curriculum and teach around conceptual themes, teaching skills in isolation and practicing them in context, mindfully incorporating the standards across all unit and lesson planning, ensuring depth and complexity
• Assess student development and performance using a variety of assessment techniques and models; track data and develop groupings as needed to best meet student needs and ensure growth
• Develop, document, implement and refine a differentiated, high-level curriculum, including participation on school-wide curriculum alignment and development teams
• Support children in their holistic development through proactive social-emotional instruction and have a vested interest in implementing best practices in international education
• Ensure teaching approaches reflect and support multiple forms of diversity and be responsive to a diverse learning community

Collaboration and Participation

• Set and participate in team goals or individual coaching cycles focused on student growth and supported by growth data, and collaborate with coaches, other teachers, and administration as needed
• Participate in professional development sessions and weekly faculty meetings
• Lead and facilitate collaborative walkthrough and observation practices; embrace site-based professional development through sharing of best practices
• Participate in strategic planning work, accreditation work, and teacher committees as needed as the school grows
• Plan and teach After School Activities, and lead or be involved in school events

Student and Family Support 

• Proactively involve parents in their child’s education, including weekly communications on Seesaw focusing both on the class curriculum and individual progress in conceptual understanding, skills acquisition, and character development
• Establish and maintain routines and use positive and collaborative approaches to student behavior management, effectively approaching student misbehaviors as learning opportunities and following the AIS discipline policy
• Hold conferences and meetings to support families, participate in Student Support meetings

Other

• Monitor and assist students on playgrounds, lunches, and other assigned duty times
• Assist in covering classes when others are on leave
• Participate in special events, including evening events such as, Curriculum Night, Parent Conferences, performances, etc.
• Arrange field trips, buses, and special events that enhance the curricular program
• Other duties as assigned