Kindergarten Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We're looking for an outstanding Kindergarten Teacher to join our team at Serenity Islamic School. As a dedicated educator, you'll create a positive and engaging learning environment for our young students, building strong literacy, math, and social-emotional foundations while fostering their growth in faith, character, and confidence.

Classroom Leadership

• Lead the Kindergarten classroom, demonstrating Islamic values and character throughout the day
• Establish routines, set clear expectations, and maintain an organized, focused learning environment
• Create a safe and nurturing atmosphere where children feel respected and loved

Curriculum & Lesson Planning

• Implement Fundations to develop phonemic awareness, phonics, and early literacy skills in students
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons in various subjects, including math, reading, and writing
• Integrate Islamic values and character lessons into daily routines and academic content
• Submit weekly lesson plans to the Director, ensuring alignment with district pacing guides

Child Development & Guidance

• Support each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Use positive behavior guidance and redirection rooted in patience, kindness, and Islamic principles
• Monitor and document children's growth, sharing progress with families regularly
• Adjust instruction to meet diverse learning styles and developmental levels

Classroom Environment

• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom with prepared learning centers and materials
• Organize materials and supplies before and after class

Family Communication

• Communicate with families through various means, including Brightwheel and progress reports
• Address concerns professionally and participate in school events

Staff Collaboration

• Collaborate with administration and fellow teachers, exemplifying professionalism

Health & Safety

• Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety
• Follow all relevant regulations, including those related to licensing, health, sanitation, and safety
• Document attendance and incidents accurately

Professional Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and prepared for work, attending staff meetings and trainings
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through a personal development plan
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

• Ability to pass a background check and fingerprinting per NJ requirements
• Current (or willingness to obtain) CPR and First Aid certification
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, sit on the floor, and remain active with young children throughout the day
• Strong classroom management skills with a calm, structured presence
• Minimum 2 years of classroom experience teaching Kindergarten or early elementary grades
• Ability to plan, document, and execute weekly lesson plans aligned with district pacing guides
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Comfort with and respect for an Islamic learning environment
• Strong knowledge of early literacy instruction, phonics, and developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field

• Basic Arabic or Quran knowledge
• Prior experience teaching in a private or faith-based school
• Knowledge of New Jersey Student Learning Standards
• NJ Elementary K–6 teacher certification
• Experience with Fundations or other Wilson Language programs
• Familiarity with Brightwheel or similar parent communication platforms
• Practicing Muslim with ability to model Islamic manners and character

• Sick Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Paid school holidays (following the school calendar)
• Summer break (school-year position)
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
• No evening or weekend hours
• Daily prayer accommodations and on-site Masjid (Islamic Center of Morris County)
• Faith-centered work environment
• Paid professional development opportunities and trainings
• Support for continuing education
• CPR/First Aid certification provided or reimbursed
• Small, close-knit team with collaborative culture
• Supportive administration and engaged parent community
• Meaningful, mission-driven work