Preschool Teacher Job Pittsburg area,Kansas USA,Education / Teaching

Job Summary

Responsible for all activities conducted in the preschool unit, including programming, curriculum planning, child assessments/developmental checklists, staffing, cleaning, food service, toileting, and communications to parents, center staff, and unit staff. This is a ten‑month position with additional contact days in other units. This position reports from August 1 to May 31.

Qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in early childhood education, special education, or elementary education degree with early childhood endorsement.
Valid Kansas Teaching Certificate.

Responsibilities Essential Functions

Assist in the maintenance of the established unit policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, and infection control standards.

Create and implement daily/weekly/monthly lesson plans using the curriculum provided.

Complete child assessments as needed and developmental checklists quarterly.

Complete various unit forms, records, and MTSS in a timely manner.

Create and maintain up-to-date child portfolio files for each child in class.

Schedule and complete quarterly Parent/Teacher conferences (2 face‑to‑face conferences and 2 written conferences/updates).

Assist in the inventory of all needed supplies regularly.

Act as a receptionist when receiving visitors to the unit.

Receive and dispatch unit communications to pertinent personnel.

Participate in designated educational programs, staff training/in‑service, and meetings.

Assist with care and maintenance of supplies and equipment.

Assist in the maintenance of unit records, reports, and files as required.

Demonstrate a complete understanding of fire, disaster, infection control, and safety procedures.

Maintain confidentiality of children’s information and knowledge about other employees gained through their positions.

Assist in planning and attending 2 Family Nights during the school year.

Adhere to all center policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.

Become familiar with NAEYC Standards and implement them in the classroom.

Be consistently on time and ready to work at the start of the shift.

Demonstrate dependability on the job by adhering to attendance standards.

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

General Responsibilities

Must support the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center (SEKESC) mission, goals, and objectives.

Must maintain strict confidentiality.

Must demonstrate proficiency in the ability to produce excellent work as requested by the executive team.

Must assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.

Must complete all assignments in a time‑sensitive manner as determined by Executive Director/Supervisor.

Must meet all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.

Complete all assignments in a time‑sensitive manner as determined by the Supervisor.

Meet all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or designee.

Physical Requirements

Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.

Requires long periods of sitting and standing.

Must occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments with numerous interruptions.

Work in a well‑lit and ventilated area.

Hazardous materials, inventory, and MSDS are available in the Director’s office.

May be exposed to children with communicable diseases.

Work with and around regulated waste.

Wear personal protective equipment as needed.

Attendance

Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.

Responsible To

Director of Early Childhood Services

Terms of Employment

Salary, work schedule, and vacation to be established by the SEKESC Board of Directors or designee.

Evaluation

Job performance is to be evaluated annually by the Program Director or designee.

General Statement

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Work Conditions & Accommodations

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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