NC Pre-K Teacher

It is the responsibility of the teacher to plan, organize and direct the operation of programs for a specific group of children providing a high-quality environment in which each child achieves the highest level of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual competence.

All Generation Ed Employees

• Reliability/Dependability Problem Solving Customer Service
• Teamwork and Collaboration Integrity Initiative and Growth
• Quality and Timeliness of Work Effective Communication

Role Specific

• Effective Behavior Management
• Curriculum Planning and Execution
• Parent and Family Engagement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and use space, materials, and routines to construct an interesting,secureand enjoyable environment that encourages play, exploration, and learning.
• Develop and implement an integrated program of activities, experiences and opportunities whichcontributesto the growth and development of each child.
• Use available community resources and age-appropriateexperiencesto enrich the children's experience in the classroom.
• Ensure that thecurriculumrespects and reflects the diverse backgrounds and learning styles of each child.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as assigned.

B.Teacher-Child Interaction

• Maintain effective communication with children thatfostersphysical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Use questioning,probing and problem solving as interactions which promote learning.
• Interact with children on their eye level using a voice which is pleasant and encouraging.
• Provide opportunities for children to understandacquireand use verbal and non-verbal means of communicating thoughts and feelings.
• Participate with children in small and large groups and individually.
• Use conflict resolution techniques which are appropriate forthe developmental level of thechild.
• Provide smooth transitions throughout the day without requiring the children towait.
• Assist children with self-care activities.

C. Adult-Adult Interaction

• Establish andmaintaincooperative relationships with co-workers through open communication, sharing resources, supportingprofessionaldevelopment, andparticipatingin monthly professional learning committees.
• Develop supportive relationships with parents by sharing information about the children's development to improve their understanding of their own children.
• Maintain a cooperative atmosphere in the workplace byexhibitinga pleasant and cooperative attitude.

D.Assessment

• Observe and assess each child in each developmental area,utilizing an assessment instrument selected by the Education Committee.
• Participate in IEP staffing.
• Participate in cross-component team meetings to develop strategies for promotingoptimaldevelopment in each child.

E.Parent Involvement

• Communicate the activities of the program to parents on a regular basis, i.e., newsletter and activity calendar.
• Conduct and document parent conferences and/or home visits as needed or required.
• Orient parents to classroom and attend parent group functions.
• Communicate with parents the expectation of and opportunities for their positive involvement in the program, which includes the parent code of conduct.
• Maintain a professional relationship with parents.

F. Program Management

• Use all available resources to ensure an effective operation of the classroom.
• Immediately report all cases of suspected child abuse or neglect and incidents to
  
  Center
  
  Director.
• Write andsubmitappropriate reports accurately and on time.
• Request supplies and equipment when needed and according to procedure.
• Maintain an orderly classroom.
• Supervise and evaluate classroom assistant.
• Recruit volunteers and in-kind contributions.
• Participate in program wide recruitment.
• Attend all required meetings and training opportunities.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned volunteers.
• Assist with and contribute to the recruitment of children and families eligible toparticipatein the program.

G.Professionalism

• Abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethics.
• Continuously assess skills and knowledge and in conjunction with the Center Director, plan strategies for improvement and growth.
• Actively pursue appropriate professional development opportunities which increase knowledge and skills by activelyparticipatingin in-service staff development programs, by successfully completing early childhood education courses whenappropriateand by attending local, state, regional and national conferences.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum BS/BA degree in ECE/CD with BK licensure required with 2 years early childhood work experience preferred.
• BS/BA degree and actively pursuing a…