Early Childhood Teacher - Pre-K @ Seaford High School

Overview

Early Childhood Teacher
- PreK at Seaford High School for the  School Year.

• Applies strategies and techniques to foster independence, self-reliance and social skills.
• Delivers lesson plans, presentation of learning materials, and conduct of instructional exercises.
• Monitors student progress regarding individual educational plans and goals.
• Monitors individual students and/or small groups 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 assists 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 needs 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 records results.
• Attends specialized training as required.

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

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and ability to differentiate 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 systems 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, outlining the necessary supports, accommodations and goals for an individual child.
• Meets with parents and staff regarding the plan and makes 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.

• Bachelor’s from an accredited college or university in Exceptional Children/Special Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

• 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 Delaware 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.

• 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 District.

Application Procedure:
Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.

Note:

Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website.

• All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations.
• Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.
• Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test…