For the 2025/2026 Academic Year. The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional program for our Kindergarten students. The Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children this age and has a passion for elementary education. The Teacher will be positive, collaborative, innovative, and passionate in addition to the below duties and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops, implements, assesses and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic program that aligns with Congressional School's mission, vision, and values
Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach mathematics and language arts
Builds a safe and engaging classroom community
Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning
Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
Assesses students' knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals.
Actively seeks opportunities for professional development.
Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner.
Integrates meaningful and appropriate use of technology within the curriculum.
Actively supports the School philosophy, community, and policies.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director
Experience working in a teaching team; positive attitude and eager to work collaboratively with assistant teacher, peers and colleagues in developing curriculum and planning for instruction
A desire to respond to and initiate the solving of problems through clear and open conversation
Open to feedback and ability to take risks
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience teaching elementary grades, preferably in an independent school.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.
Strong initiative and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset
Congressional School serves over 470 students and 2,000 campers annually through its academic and summer programs. Congressional School develops great thinkers and leaders by encouraging students to explore, embrace challenges, and grow through an innovative academic program —all in a diverse and caring community.
Founded in: 1939
Grades: Co-ed Infant through Grade 8
Number of Students: 470
Campus: 40 Acres Inside the Washington, DC Beltway