Public Preschool Teacher

Public Pre-School Teacher

Administrator: Director of Teaching and Learning

Reports To: Prospect Academy Principal/Building Administrator

General Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement the educational activities of pre-school children.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Childhood Education.
• Passing of a background check BCI and FBI
• Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards.
• Two years' experience in pre-school teaching
• Ability to meet all licensing and employment requirements established by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education.
• Previous preschool teaching experience.
• Valid Kindergarten Primary Certificate.
  
  

Job Description/Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success.
• Foster the development of early literacy, mathematics, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with intervention specialists, therapists, support staff, and administrators to support student achievement.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and intervention planning as appropriate.
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student engagement.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and field trips.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all requirements of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW), the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and the district.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Warm and approachable in dealing with children.
• Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education.
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with young children and their families.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning.
• Proficiency in educational technology and data-driven instruction.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Preschool classroom setting.
• Frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in activities that require standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision.
• Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions.
  
  

Why Join East Cleveland City School District?

At Prospect Academy, we are committed to providing every child with a strong educational foundation through engaging instruction, caring relationships, and a supportive learning environment. Our educators are valued as partners in advancing the District's mission of Empowering Every Student, Every Day.

Terms of Employment: Salary:

2026–2027 School Year District approved compensation schedule.

189 Days

Application Procedure

Applications are to be completed via the on-line application process. https://www.applitrack.com/eastcleveland/onlineapp/