A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned Must possess strong communication and writing skills Must maintain regular and routine attendance
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Core Instructional Responsibilities Implements and teaches a challenging curriculum that addresses the current academic levels of assigned students Develops and implements lesson plans that effectively meet the needs of students with various learning styles Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflects an understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students Conducts ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing Conducts assessments of student learning styles and uses the results to plan instructional activities and inform instructional decisions Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students Manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook Core Professional Responsibilities Keeps informed of and complies with applicable federal, state and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers Establishes and maintains openness of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers to discuss the progress of students Enforces and upholds the school's values, policies, and culture Models the school's values in all interactions with students, families, community members, and other faculty Works collaboratively with staff members and participates in staff development activities Pursues and engages in opportunities for professional growth Other Professional Responsibilities Teaches an elective course based on the talents and interests of students Serves as an advisor to a group of students, as assigned Performs additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned Maintains regular and routine attendance
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek. May lift 5-10 pounds frequently, 10-50 pounds occasionally, and more than 50 pounds infrequently. Must maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting. May work indoors and outdoors in varying climate conditions. Subject to visual acuity, speech/hearing, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$53,500.00 - $79,361.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
