Pre-K Teacher Pre-School Initiative; VPI

POSITION

Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) Pre‑K Teacher

Cougar Elementary School

Teacher Scale - 200 Days

Full Time, 7.5 Hours per day

200 Days

Exempt

Building Principals and Supervisor of Early Childhood Programs

The Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) Pre‑K Teacher creates, maintains, and manages a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool‑aged children. The teacher plans and implements instruction aligned to the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) standards and curriculum while supporting the academic, social, emotional, physical, and language development of young learners. The VPI Pre‑K Teacher fosters strong partnerships with families and promotes kindergarten readiness through hands‑on, play‑based learning experiences that meet the needs of individual students.

• Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement appropriate for early childhood education.
• Experience in specialized classroom settings preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of supervisory, instructional, and managerial practices related to special education programming.

• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate instructional practices for preschool‑aged children.
• Knowledge of current instructional methods, differentiated instruction, and early childhood educational practices.
• Knowledge of Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) standards, curriculum, and assessment practices.
• Demonstrated ability in decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer systems, instructional technology, and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate work effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, staff members, and community partners.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation and continuous professional growth.

• Implements the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) curriculum, instructional practices, and program standards within the classroom setting.
• Develops and prepares developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned to curriculum standards and student needs.
• Provides differentiated instruction and individualized learning opportunities for students with varying developmental and academic needs.
• Creates and maintains a classroom environment that is safe, organized, welcoming, and conducive to learning.
• Organizes classroom learning centers and rotates instructional materials regularly to create an engaging and stimulating learning environment.
• Supervises instructional assistants, volunteers, and other support staff assigned to the classroom.
• Maintains all required student records and documentation, including lesson plans, student files, referrals, screenings, assessments, and progress monitoring documentation.
• Conducts required screenings and assessments, including First Step Screening, child outcome measures, observation checklists, and individualized learning plans.
• Maintains accurate and complete medical documentation and remains familiar with pertinent student medical information.
• Conducts two (2) home visits and two (2) parent conferences annually for each student/family in accordance with program expectations and timelines.
• Establishes and maintains positive communication and collaborative relationships with…