Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Trotwood-Madison City Schools Early Learning Center - Dayton, Ohio

Salary

Schedule:

Schedule K Work Calendar: 186 Days Daily

Work Hours:

7 hours Status:
Full-Time, Bargaining, Certified, STRS

FLSA Status:
Exempt Supervisor:
Principal

Job Objective:
Plan educational programs that will be responsive to each and every student and prepare them for future success. Provide academic and non-academic supports to ensure opportunity and access to each and every student.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Ohio Teacher's License appropriate for the assignment. Documentation of a clear criminal record.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Prepares the assigned classroom. Requisition s essential supplies and equipment. Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Teaches scheduled classes. Documents teaching performance objectives. Creates effective learning experiences.
• Ensures that lesson plans align with the district's adopted courses of study and state standards/guidelines.
• Submits written lesson plans according to building and/or district procedures.
• Upholds board policies, follows administrative procedures, and complies with the Employee Code of Conduct. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Implements effective pupil behavioral management procedures, including positive behavior intervention supports (PBIS). Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code. Utilizes Public School Works to track discipline and rewards.
• Complies with state model policies and procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability. Works to ensure that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.
• Facilitates the transition process for students entering or leaving the program.
• Identifies problems that may impede learning. Helps identify families that may need intervention services.
• Collaborates with other staff to implement behavior interventions. Exercises caution when physical restraint is required.
• Helps prepare and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for classroom students meeting eligibility requirements.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Stimulates student interest. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.
• Evaluates the needs of students based on all available information. Plans student interventions. Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles. Differentiates instruction.
• Communicates high expectations and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Counsels students. Helps students develop critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills.
• Collaborates with other teachers. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance the educational process.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology in records management and instructional activities.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment. Serves as a resource to general education teachers. Collaborates with general education teachers to co-teach as directed.
• Creates and implement student's IEP based on least restrictive environment and data. Provides accommodations and modifications as prescribed in the IEP.
• Maintains accurate records, including but not limited to student attendance, behavior and grades, and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Evaluates students and assigns grades. Records student grades as required by building/district guidelines, and prepares and submits progress reports and/or grade cards according to building/district protocols.
• Collaborates with parents on an ongoing basis.
• Effectively uses support personnel to address student concerns.
• Uses data to make informed decisions regarding instruction.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Watches for student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.g., bullying, teasing, distress, etc.). Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an appropriate administrator.
• Makes a referral to the intervention assistance team (for academics and/or behavior) when a need is…