Preschool Instructor; Russia Classroom and Itinerant Duties

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Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required. ODEW Early Childhood Intervention Specialist License required; OR Kindergarten Primary or Kindergarten Elementary Certificate with Early Education of the Handicapped validation or Prekindergarten Special Needs endorsement required; OR willingness to obtain the required licensure after hire per ODEW timelines. Successful completion of a physical, BCI/FBI background check and multiple database background checks as defined by Rule 5123-2-02.

Must be physically capable to lift, carry and move children in a safe manner.

Duties:
Instructs preschoolers with disabilities and their typically developing peers in a formal classroom setting. Also instructs preschoolers with disabilities in any environment per the child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Instruction could take place at another preschool, a childcare center, the child's home, or another location in the community. Assists the interdisciplinary team in evaluating students for determination of eligibility according to the Operating Standards for Ohio Educational Agencies Serving Children with Disabilities.

Writes compliant IEPs and collaborates with other IEP team members to ensure completion. Assesses student's current status in relation to the curriculum, evaluates and formulates new IEP goals/objectives. Develops instructional procedures & methodologies based on the IEP and the learning characteristics of the student. Implements instructional activities that are developmentally appropriate in a setting that fosters independence, decision making, self-control, communication, socialization, and functional skills.

Conducts parent teacher conferences and maintains ongoing communication with parents. Follows the curriculum as adopted by the school in accordance with the Department of Children and Youth (DCY) guidelines for preschool. Develops appropriate lesson plans and instructional activities in a play-based environment. Writes transition reports and completes school age Evaluation Team Report (ETR) information for students entering kindergarten. Attends workshops, meetings, conferences, and classes that will enhance the performance & knowledge of the instructor.

Completes all needed training for maintaining Step-Up-To-Quality (STUQ) and DCY requirements. Performs related duties as assigned by the Preschool Supervisor.

Hours:

37.5 hours per week during the academic school year (192 days). Workday will start at the Russia Classroom at 7:30am. Itinerant duties will be performed in the afternoon. Monday thru Thursday = 7:30am to 3:30pm and Friday 7:30am to 1:00pm.

Compensation:
Pay starting between $42,581 and $61,819 (Bachelor's) or $46,944 and $67,910 (Master's), based on relevant experience. Benefits include State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio; basic life, medical, dental, vision insurance; paid sick and personal leave. Nine paid Federal Holidays and extended holiday period in December.