Elementary School Teacher - First Grade

Company Description

St. Paul's Episcopal Day School is an independent Episcopal school located in Kansas City, Missouri. The school provides education for students age 2 through Eighth grade, with a focus on fostering academic excellence and personal growth. St. Paul's values a nurturing and respectful learning environment where students can thrive. The school is deeply committed to promoting a sense of community and fostering a well-rounded education.

Job Description: First Grade Teacher 

Job Status: Full Time

Reports to: Division Head  

Schedule: School year

Summer duties: Professional Development & Preparation for Upcoming Year

Position Summary

The first grade teacher is a valuable part of the St. Paul’s teaching team. He or she works closely with the other grade level teachers to ensure a quality first grade program for our students. 

Major tasks & duties

• Using appropriate standards, plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons that integrate technology, PBL, and STEM for 1st grade students. 
• Work closely with the team to assess students’ reading skills and plan and deliver daily phonics and reading lessons. 
• Work closely with the team to assess students’ math skills and provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of both students who need enrichment and those who need support. 
• Teach chapel lessons and integrate the life skills into the curriculum. Be an active participant and role model during all chapels. 
• Work individually with students, specialists as needed, parents, colleagues and administrators to develop and implement the best instructional approaches for young children. 
• Clearly and timely communicate with colleagues and parents both in writing and face to face as needed. 
• Collaborate with the first grade team to conduct parent/teacher conferences and be available to meet with parents as needed. 
• Prepare and submit a weekly online post updating the community on what is taking place each week in 1st grade. 
• Collaborate with the first grade team to complete grade cards and comments. 
• Order and maintain appropriate 1st grade supplies and materials and work within provided budget. 
• Work collaboratively to achieve the mission of the school. 
• Set an example of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, life-skills, self-motivation and self-discipline. 
• Model competence, personal responsibility and respect for others in every aspect of the job. 
• Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and all school meetings, division and all school chapels, professional work days, and admissions related events. 
• Act as an ambassador for the school by attending school-wide events and supporting the school community outside of the classroom whether it’s at special events, sporting events, or in other venues. 

Minimum qualifications

·      Bachelor’s degree in related field

Physical demands

Incumbents must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Position Benefits

• St. Paul’s offers a salary and benefits package that is highly competitive when compared with regional public, parochial, and independent schools. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 80% tuition remission for faculty K-8 children (25% for early childhood), a generous 403(b) retirement plan, ongoing professional development opportunities, and free lunch.