Public Preschool Teacher

Public Pre-School Teacher

Administrator:
Director of Teaching and Learning

Reports To:

Prospect Academy Principal/Building Administrator

General Responsibilities:

Plan, organize, and implement the educational activities of pre-school children.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Associate degree in Childhood Education.

* Passing of a background check BCI and FBI

* Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards.

* Two years' experience in pre-school teaching

* Ability to meet all licensing and employment requirements established by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth.

* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education.

* Previous preschool teaching experience.

* Valid Kindergarten Primary Certificate.

Job Description /

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards.

* Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success.

* Foster the development of early literacy, mathematics, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills.

* Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners.

* Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions.

* Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation.

* Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding student progress and classroom activities.

* Collaborate with intervention specialists, therapists, support staff, and administrators to support student achievement.

* Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and intervention planning as appropriate.

* Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student engagement.

* Supervise students during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and field trips.

* Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives.

* Maintain compliance with all requirements of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW), the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and the district.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

* Warm and approachable in dealing with children.

* Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education.

* Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.

* Ability to establish positive relationships with young children and their families.

* Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

* Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning.

* Proficiency in educational technology and data-driven instruction.

Working Conditions

* Preschool classroom setting.

* Frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff.

* Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in activities that require standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision.

* Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions.

Why Join East Cleveland City School District?

At Prospect Academy, we are committed to providing every child with a strong educational foundation through engaging instruction, caring relationships, and a supportive learning environment. Our educators are valued as partners in advancing the District's mission of Empowering Every Student, Every Day.

Terms of Employment:
Salary:

School Year District approved compensation schedule.

189 Days

Application Procedure

Applications are to be completed via the on-line application process.