| Location | Enfield, CT |
Job Description:
Kindergarten Educator (1/2)
Description 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)
available).
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
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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