Early Childhood Teacher - Pre-K @ Seaford High School

Position: 2026-2027 School Year - Early Childhood Teacher - Pre-K @ Seaford High School
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching - Professional Staff/Early Childhood Special Education - Preschool

Date Posted:
2/2/2026

Location:
Seaford High School
(High-Needs School)

Date Available:
26-27 SY

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Early Childhood Teacher - PreK at Seaford High School = for the  School Year

Essential Job Functions

• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and in conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student's progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups of students in a variety of instructional activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Uses a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instruction level of children.
• Monitors students during classroom activities, recesses, and field trips.
• Operates and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional aids and media and computer assisted instructional equipment.
• Maintains an orderly, safe, and positive learning environment.
• Depending on students' needs, assists students with basic personal care activities such as dressing, toileting or bathroom including catheterization, feeding and grooming.
• Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students and to assist in medical emergencies.
• Assists students on and off the bus as needed.
• Administers a variety of tests and record results.
• Attends specialized training as required.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other district office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Develops and adheres to Individualized Educational Plan, that outlines the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and make necessary adjustments throughout the year.
• Work with children who can vary from mild to severe disabilities, using specialized techniques to help them reach their goals

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• Information about Delaware Certification/Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website:
  • Successful candidates must provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out of state teaching license. An educator applying for a license in the State of DE with less than 1 year of experience will be placed on an Initial License and will be required to take and pass a Performance Assessment by the end of their 2nd year of teaching.
    
    Applicants with one completed year of experience, but less than 4 years of experience will receive an Initial License, and are NOT required to pass a Performance Assessment (with proof of current and valid out of state license). Current holders of an Initial license are exempt from requirements to pass a Performance Assessment.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children/Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  Additional Requirements

TEMPORARY POSITION:
No

Note:
All temporary positions will end on June 30th.

NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days
Note:
Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.

FULL TIME OR PART TIME:
Full Time

ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS:
Yes

PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION:
Yes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500

NOTE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School…