Anticipated Vacancies 21-22 Pre-K Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Appropriate PA teacher Early Childhood certification.
2. BA required in appropriate major study, masters preferred but not required.
3. Teaching job experience required but will vary based on vacancy. 
4. Must be able to organize a classroom and deliver a coherent educational program to students using a developmentally appropriate practice.
5. Must be able to organize and deliver a positive program for parents.
6. Strong communication and motivational skills.
7. Ability to effectively communicate and work with students, staff and parents.
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable and appropriate. 

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES: Not applicable

JOB GOAL: To ensure that each student will think critically, communicate effectively, understand cultural heritage and diversity, respect human dignity and be responsible to self and community and become a contributing member of society.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
2. Maintain good classroom organization, management and discipline.
3. Conduct an ongoing assessment of student progress in order to provide instruction to ensure continuous student growth.
4. Provide an appropriate educational program for each student in conjunction with the goals of the Strategic Plan.
5. Demonstrate appropriate planning, the use of a variety of instructional techniques and strategies.
6. Maintain student records including all required paperwork.
7. Communicate regularly with parents and be available for educational purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested.
8. Provide home visits/workshops to meet the needs of the student and primary care giver.
9. Knowledge of assessing social agencies.
10. Pursue ongoing professional growth opportunities.
11. Plan purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s) and volunteer(s) and, in conjunction with principal, evaluate their job performance.
12. Attend staff meetings, and department meetings and serves on building and District committees as requested.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Supervise corridors, recess, lavatories, lunchrooms, and dismissals as assigned.
2. Assist in emergency situations which may include carrying and lifting special needs students, pushing wheel chairs or other assignments necessary for the safety of all.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Board's request.

EVALUATION: Evaluation will be determined according to Teacher Contract Evaluation.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Physical Demands:

            Sitting for limited periods of time.

            100% physically active, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

            Kneeling, bending, crouching, stooping, and squatting.

            Ability to climb stairs.

            Lifting - up to 25-30 lbs. (occasionally up to 50 lbs.)

Sensory Abilities:

            Normal/Corrected vision.

            Visual acuity to read correspondence.

            Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.

            Normal/Corrected hearing.

Temperament:

            Ability to work as a member of a team.

            Must have a positive attitude, cooperative spirit, and sensitivity in relating to student, staff, parents, and community.

Mental Demands:

            Ability to interpret detailed written and verbal communications.

            Ability to perform basic math skills.

            Frequently fast-paced; high-pressure situation.

Environment:

            Normal classroom and student home environment.