Thornton Creek - Preschool Teacher - 1.0 FTE

Under the general direction of  the building principal or the early learning program manager, and with assistance from appropriate staff personnel, he/she arranges and fosters a developmentally appropriate and effective learning environment; uses designated curriculum and embedded or identified assessments to choose appropriate learning materials, and plans developmentally appropriate individualized lessons; establishes learning objectives and standards based upon District guidelines; provides instruction, counsels, disciplines, and provides supervision to meet the individual needs of assigned students; evaluates student performance and progress.

Reports to: Building Principal or Early Learning Program Director1.  Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning, development and culture of the children enrolled; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs, while affording opportunities to work in small and large groups; prepares developmentally appropriate lesson plans for both typically developing and special needs or at risk children. (25% of time)

2.  Uses necessary and developmentally appropriate instructional methods and materials which are age appropriate for the students and aligns learning activities with program expectations; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues professional growth through studies, implementing newly learned skills and instructional practices, ensuring use of updated knowledge of development and methods and techniques for instruction which promote student success. (25% of time)

3.  Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformance with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates and records student progress; prepares reports for parents or guardians. (20% of time)

4.  Creates, establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, age appropriate classroom policies and procedures governing behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline in ways that support children to develop self direction and control meeting standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate. (10% of time)

5.  Uses assessment to gather data and interprets data to inform planning and student progress; writes and submits reports for administrative purposes. (5% of time)

6.  Confers and builds relationships with parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship and provide guidance and evaluation, to support student achievement. (5% of time)

7.  Directs the activities of assigned personnel. (5% of time)

8.  Attends or participates in required staff meetings, professional development and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.Serves on staff committees as required. (5% of time)

Other Functions: Duties that are not essential, but may be performed within the scope and intent of this position:
1. Participates in a variety of activities  to enhance personal and professional   skills.
2. Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.Education:
Bachelor's degree or eligible educational equivalent based on classroom model which includes knowledge of early learning and development and academic preparation or professional experience with children birth through 3rd grade; academic preparation for or experience in teaching culturally, racially and economically diverse young children (PreK) in an urban school system.

Years of Experience:
Experience providing PreK-3rd instruction, working with English language learners and bilingual students and assisting them in transitioning into the regular classrooms, building relationships with families, and participating in family engagement activities to increase involvement.

Clearances:
Criminal justice fingerprinting and background check.Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge:
Subject areas appropriated to assignment
Effective behavior management techniques
Effective instructional techniques
Rules and procedures for student safety
Proficiency in differentiated instruction based on developmental level planning instruction which supports development of early language and literacy development.

Skills:
Effectively communicate with parents or guardians in a diverse community
Design and implement lesson plans for children having a wide range of achievement.
Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools and/or software;direct assistants
Establish and maintain effective positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
In some positions, administer first aid and CPR

Abilities:
Ability to build relationships with administrators and K-3 teaching and school building staff.
Deal with children and co-workers in a positive and confident manner
Be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population
Adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior.
Use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.

Conditions/Disclaimers:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills.  Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities  from time to time as needed.  District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent.  Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void.  Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Salary : $57,096 - $132,149