Preschool Teachers

Program Description: The Athens-Meigs ESC’s mission is to work in partnership with the community to improve student achievement, build educator capacity, and raise expectations for all individuals within our service area. The Early Childhood program facilitates preschool programs in Athens and Meigs Counties. Our program adheres to a curriculum which aligns to Ohio’s Early Learning Content Standards and is based on research and child development. Position Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Appropriate current State of Ohio teaching certification/license Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate Must pass BCI and FBI background checks Position Description (includes but is not limited to): Ensure safety of all students Teach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practices Manage the classroom and individual student behavior effectively to maintain a safe environment Prepare clear and timely lesson plans that meet required guidelines Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required including but not limited to staff and student files Provide guidance and counsel to the students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development Attend and lead parent teacher conferences as conducted by the district Prepare newsletters for parents Provide complete lesson plans for substitute Make provisions to be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure for the classroom, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities Maintain confidentiality with student files and information Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems Refer a child for special education services when necessary Serve as an active member of any special education team (i.e., attending meetings and providing information/data when needed) Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents Promote good public relations through personal appearance, attitude, and conversation Attend meetings and in-services as required by AMESC and the school district in order to maintain required hours for professional development Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective communications and conferences Observe ethics of teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound judgment Maintain record of student progress Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of students Notify parents and administration if any student is not meeting classroom goals or expectations Maintain and improve professional competence Other Duties and Responsibilities: Interact with public in official capacity when required Interact with Superintendent and/or Board of Education and present information as requested Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships Assist in the determination of appropriate curriculum, materials, supplies, and texts in cooperation with Pre-School Coordinator and/or building Principal Attend professional growth seminars, workshops, and similar functions to keep current on relevant issues Discipline students as necessary Refer attendance, health, and psychological/emotional problems to Principal and Preschool Coordinator Perform other duties as assigned