Kindergarten Teacher

Santa Fe South Early Childhood Center (ECC)  |  Santa Fe South Charter Schools
Oklahoma City, OK | 190–196 Day Contract (196 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers)

About Santa Fe South Early Childhood Center

Santa Fe South Early Childhood Center (ECC) is one of the longest-standing elementary campuses in Santa Fe South Charter Schools and operates as part of Penn Elementary. Housed in a beautifully reimagined former armory, ECC blends rich history with joyful, purposeful early learning.

For years, ECC has served south Oklahoma City families with deep commitment and pride. Today, many of our current students are the children of former Santa Fe South Saints—a testament to the trust, legacy, and generational impact of our work.

At ECC, we believe the earliest years matter most. Kindergarten is not just a grade level—it is the foundation for literacy, numeracy, identity, and confidence. We hold high expectations, build strong relationships, and create classrooms where students feel safe, known, and capable.

Position Overview

The Kindergarten Teacher at ECC is responsible for creating a structured, joyful, and academically rigorous classroom that sets students on a trajectory toward long-term success. This teacher builds foundational reading, writing, and math skills while nurturing social-emotional development and independence.

This role is ideal for a mission-driven educator who believes all children can achieve at high levels and understands the urgency and importance of early literacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned to the Oklahoma Academic Standards across core subject areas, with particular focus on early literacy and numeracy
• Build strong foundational reading skills, including phonics, fluency, comprehension, and written expression, using evidence-based instructional practices
• Actively participate in Santa Fe South’s instructional coaching model by seeking, receiving, and implementing feedback to continuously strengthen practice
• Plan and internalize lessons with fidelity, including preparing materials, anticipating misconceptions, and rehearsing instructional strategies
• Collaborate closely with grade-level teammates, instructional coaches, and campus leadership to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly
• Use formative and summative assessments to provide targeted instruction, interventions, and enrichment
• Establish a structured, joyful, and inclusive classroom culture with clear academic and behavioral expectations
• Support students’ social-emotional growth and development through consistent routines, relationship-building, and responsive classroom practices
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and communicate student progress regularly with families
• Contribute to campus-wide initiatives, professional learning communities, and the continued growth of the ECC
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certification, or willingness/eligibility to obtain (Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred)
• Strong understanding of early literacy and numeracy development
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high expectations for young learners
• Commitment to serving south Oklahoma City families
  
  

Who Thrives at ECC

The strongest candidates are:

• Mission-Driven – Passionate about serving families and building generational impact
• Growth-Oriented – Receptive to feedback and committed to refining practice
• Structured & Warm – Able to balance clear systems with deep care
• Relentless About Literacy – Understand that kindergarten sets the trajectory for reading success
• High-Expectations Mindset – Believe young children can rise to strong academic standards
  
  

Why Santa Fe South?

Santa Fe South Charter Schools is a public charter district serving south Oklahoma City for nearly 25 years. Our commitment is simple: every student will graduate equipped to have a seat at any table and the skills to succeed in whatever path they choose.

At SFS, teachers receive:

• Ongoing coaching and feedback
• Collaborative professional learning communities/content teams
• A mission-driven culture focused on student achievement
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a community with deep roots
  
  

If you are ready to build the foundation that shapes a child’s entire academic journey—and become part of a school community where legacy and growth matter—we invite you to apply.