Kindergarten Teacher (Maple) |
Job Order ID: | 7936 |
Employment Type: | Hourly Salary |
Web Publication Date: | 10/10/2024 |
Number of Positions: | 1 |
Job Location: | Vaughan |
Brief Description:
Our employer is a Hebrew Day School seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Kindergarten teacher to join a dynamic educational team. This individual will be responsible for delivering a play-and inquiry-based Kindergarten program that artfully infuses literacy, numeracy and social-emotional learning into a full-day schedule. This role requires a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating learning environment and OCT certification is a must. |
Job Function:
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Implement a comprehensive, play-based Kindergarten curriculum that aligns with the Ontario Kindergarten Program and Growing Success Policies.
- Integrate literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning into daily activities and lessons.
- Integrate Jewish holidays, customs and traditions, as well as a love of Israel, into daily activities and lessons.
- Use inquiry-based learning strategies to encourage curiosity and exploration among students.
Instruction
- Facilitate engaging and developmentally-appropriate learning experiences for young children.
- Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Assess and monitor student progress in the Four Frames of the Kindergarten Program, as well as Jewish Studies.
- Provide individualized support and feedback to help each child reach their full potential.
- Collaborate with support staff to address the diverse needs of students.
- Write student progress reports.
Classroom Management
- Create a positive, safe classroom environment that promotes respect and cooperation.
- Implement effective and developmentally appropriate classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
- Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with school policies.
Communication and Collaboration
- Maintain open and effective communication with students, parents, and fellow teachers and administration.
- Participate in Parent Teacher Conferences and school meetings.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience.
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Job Requirement:
- Bachelor of Education
- Ontario College of Teachers Certification (OCT) with Primary/Junior Division
- Experience in integrating technology into the learning environment
- Ability to speak Hebrew is preferred, but not required
- Strong interest in early numeracy and literacy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm about play-based learning and early childhood education
- Energetic and passionate about fostering a love for learning in young children
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