What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Itinerant Teacher position at Dayton Public Schools?
Dayton Public Schools is seeking high-quality certified educators to join our team in the 2026-2027 school year.
Ideal candidates will inspire, educate, and empower our young scholars; exemplifying the 5 C's of DPS: Culture, Commitment, Communication, Collaboration, and Customer Service to nurture the young minds of our future leaders.
SUMMARY
The Preschool Itinerant Teacher is responsible for coaching and mentoring general education children as well as children who have Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) before they enter elementary school. This multi-age Teacher will evaluate children's skills and functional capabilities, and modify lesson plans to meet individual needs. This teacher will also work on social skills to help children enter an integrated learning environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, writes, and maintains IEPS.
- Creates differentiated lesson plans to meet all educational needs.
- Completes all State required paperwork for Preschool students.
- Facilitates State mandated assessments.
- Communicates with parents.
- Attends building meetings and Professional Development opportunities.
- Attends training that are required for Preschool Teachers.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Must have a physical statement as required by the ODE Preschool Licensing.
- Must meet the Step Up to Quality standards for teachers.
- Must meet the Ohio Department of Education Preschool Licensing Guidelines.
- Must be able to work as part of a teaching team with an educational paraprofessional.
- Maintains communication with parents/guardians.
- Holds parent orientations, parent-teacher conferences, and child health, development, education, and engagement sessions with parents.
- Conduct home visits
- Attends training as required for preschool teachers.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply via the Dayton Area School Consortium linked within this posting - uploading their current resume and educator license, as well as their academic transcripts.
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