What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kindergarten Educator position at Enfield Street Elementary School?
Enfield Board of Education
Mission Statement
We believe public education is an essential component of a free and democratic society. In a partnership of family, school, community, and local and state government, our mission is to enable all students to meet high standards, make productive choices in their personal lives, contribute to a diverse global society, and act as responsible citizens.
To accomplish this, we seek the necessary resources to:
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and academically challenging learning environment
- Provide students and staff with opportunities to reach their full potential
- Prepare students to become productive, lifelong learners
- Instill in students a curiosity and love for learning that embraces the arts and the world around them
- Prepare students to become self-reliant, honest, respectful, and responsible members of a diverse and global society
- Improve student learning by holding staff accountable for providing the most effective learning environment and using effective teaching strategies
Position Information
Position: Kindergarten Educator
Location: Enfield Public Schools, Enfield, CT
Certification Required:
- Valid Connecticut State Department of Education (CTDOE) certification in Elementary, PK–6 (305)
*Internal Applicants: Utilize the internal application portal.
About Enfield Public Schools
Enfield Public Schools is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and academically challenging environment where every child is welcomed, accepted, respected, and supported. We believe in the unique potential of each student and strive to prepare them to be productive, lifelong learners and responsible citizens in a diverse global society.
Job Description
Enfield Public Schools is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Kindergarten Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will support young learners’ academic, social, and emotional development and provide a joyful, developmentally appropriate introduction to school. This position emphasizes building foundational skills and fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and early childhood best practices
- Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that supports students’ social, emotional, physical, and academic growth
- Use a variety of instructional strategies, including play-based and hands-on learning
- Support early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skill development
- Foster curiosity, communication, creativity, and collaboration
- Assess and monitor student progress using formative assessment practices
- Communicate regularly and effectively with families
- Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, families, and the school community
- Participate in professional learning to remain current with early childhood standards and instructional practices
Qualifications
- Valid CTDOE certification in Elementary, PK–6 (305)
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field
- Strong understanding of early childhood development and kindergarten instructional practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to create a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment
- Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching kindergarten or early primary grades
- Experience integrating technology in developmentally appropriate ways
- Knowledge of best practices in early childhood instruction
- Experience working in a diverse and inclusive school community