Instructional Specialist - PreSchool Job Newport News area,Virginia USA,Education / Teaching

Instructional Specialist - Pre School

Newport News Public Schools TEACHING & LEARNING - Newport News, Virginia
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Job Details

Job : 5570329

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position is paid with grant funding

Job Summary

Position is responsible for supplementing and supporting the school division’s preschool curriculum and early childhood initiatives by working alongside the preschool and elementary supervisors and specialists. Particular attention will be given to supporting and improving teacher‑student interactions and providing equitable access to early childhood experiences.

Essential Duties

Assists in implementing and assessing the district’s preschool curriculum and other instructional programs as aligned with the Virginia Department of Education Early Learning and Development Standards.

Collaborate on oversight of preschool initiatives and is responsible for coaching, supporting, and guiding teachers in early childhood practices.

Assists with planning, developing, and implementing an effective structure for preschool grade level leads and reading specialists.

Participates in the planning of professional development to promote best practices in teacher‑student interactions, instruction, and assessment.

Assists with planning and conducting local CLASS observations as part of the Virginia Preschool Initiative requirements.

Assists with the selection of instructional materials and equipment, and with the implementation of innovative practices in early childhood.

Remains abreast of professional development literature, participates in professional organizations, attends (as appropriate) workshops related to best practices, and disseminates information to others.

Assists with monitoring student assessment results and provides assistance to improve student performance.

Initiates and maintains effective liaisons to maintain a current knowledge of developments and research in the profession.

Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Must possess a valid Virginia teaching license.

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education (Master’s degree preferred).

Must possess at least three years of recent and successful early childhood teaching experience.

Must demonstrate evidence of involvement in school and division activities and committees involving leadership responsibilities beyond those required in the classroom.

Must possess an in-depth knowledge of instructional best practices in early childhood, curriculum development, and adult learning theory.

Must possess excellent organization and communication skills.

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers and administrators.

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Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Other Professional >
Other Certified Professional

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Human Resources
12507 Warwick Blvd
Newport News, Virginia 23606
Phone:
Email: ask.hr.va.us

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