Pre K Teacher

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Pre K Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must Pass A Background Check
• Must hold a NMPED teaching license and proper state certification
• Current State of New Mexico teaching certificate in Pre - K, K-8 or Special Education teaching license through NMPED
• Must be able to complete the ECE Alternative License Program within two years.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated team building skills.
• Knowledge of Pre K program
• Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills.
• Computer skills and knowledge of assistive technology are desired.

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED