Kindergarten Teacher - Albany
1 day ago
Job description
The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks a Kindergarten Homeroom (lead) teacher for the school year.The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with Kindergarten students and an eagerness and ability to collaborate with others.
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in and understanding of child development, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, take initiative, and display an innovative spirit.
The candidate should be committed to applying an equity lens to their practice and driven to explore ways to reach all learners through differentiated instruction and student-centered practices.
Finally, the candidate must be fluent in the use of technology and well-versed in positive classroom management techniques and a variety of assessment methods.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
Teaching pre-reading, mathematics, English, social studies, and SEL
Collaborating as part of a grade-level team to continuously improve curriculum and instruction
Supporting a positive classroom environment and overseeing the social and emotional development of all students through developmentally appropriate and responsive practices
Fostering strong communication and problem solving skills, creative thinking, ethical decision making, collaboration and innovation in students
Using grade-level guidelines to assess and evaluate students throughout the year, maintaining records and writing narrative reports accordingly
Participating in conferences with Kindergarten families
Building relationships with and maintaining regular contact with Kindergarten families
Mentoring and supporting the development of associate teachers
Participating in and contributing to the school community outside of the classroom, including attending school events such as curriculum night and admissions events as needed
Attending weekly meetings as a member of the professional community
Other responsibilities as assigned by the division head
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred
Minimum of five years' experience in elementary education
Must have the ability and willingness to teach other lower school grades in subsequent years.
Strong communication (verbal, written, interpersonal) skills and leadership qualities
Commitment to working with an associate teacher and acting as a mentor teacher
Demonstrated organization and planning skills; strong attention to detail, as well as follow-up and follow-through skills to ensure completion of goals and objectives
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ease in effectively prioritizing multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong background and familiarity in teaching literacy and math skills
Commitment to the mission of the Nightingale-Bamford School, as well as the school's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Demonstrated cultural competence and an ability to understand, appreciate, and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and culturesSALARY RANGE
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000.
Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
How To ApplyInterested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at
Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School's mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers.
Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives.
Nightingale educates girls' minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason.
Nightingale is deeply committed to cultivating a community rooted in principals of belonging and inclusion, the foundations of excellent teaching and learning.
We expect all community members to engage thoughtfully and responsibly in this work.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the School to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The School does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law, including, but not limited to, with respect to recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, school-administered programs, discipline, and termination of employment.
The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.
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