Job Title:                    Teacher, Pre-K

Reports to:                 Campus Principal

Dept/School:              Assigned Campus

Pay Grade:                 Teacher Pay Scale

Wage/Status:            Exempt

Days:                         187

Primary Purpose:

Plan and implement programs which will provide positive social and learning environments with a variety of experiences utilized to help students develop skills appropriate to their age and stage of development. Work in partnership with parents to promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

Valid Texas teacher certificate

English as a Second Language (ESL) certification

Recent (within 12 months of hiring) physical exam and cleared tuberculosis test required

Current certification for First Aid and CPR (or ability to obtain)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Willing to be trained in Conscious Discipline® and to implement in all situations with children 

Willing to be trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention

CPR and First Aid required, but may be obtained after employment

Ability to work well with children and families

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Experience working with preschool age children in educational settings preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instruction:

• Provide a setting where students will feel free to interact with each other and with the teacher an appropriate and respectful manner
• Design and implement a physical environment which provides engaging center-based experiences, including the use of manipulative and authentic materials
• Plan and conduct intentional teaching which effectively assists the student in the acquisition and application of new concepts, knowledge and skills
• Implement researched based, program-wide curriculum with fidelity
• Teach and prepare materials of instruction appropriate to the grade level and subject in keeping with the curriculum adopted by CSISD
• Assist in the selection and use of instructional materials and equipment
• Provide activities that will give all students the opportunity to develop in all areas of learning, such as psychomotor, cognitive, and social/emotional
• Individualize instruction based on assessment information, portfolio samples, IEP’s and observations to ensure success of all students
• Assess student progress in a meaningful, fair and confidential manner using CSISD/OHS approved progress monitoring tool
• Maintain student records in a manner which assures that records are current, accurate, and confidential
• Consult a qualified professional for assistance if problems are suspected of affecting student’s school performance and development while maintaining confidentiality
• Align teaching practices with Early Education and district philosophies

Student Management:

• Use principles and practices of Conscious Discipline® philosophy in all situations involving instruction and student management
• Supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside the classroom; includes mealtime, bus/car duty, field trips and playground management

Family Partnerships:

• Provide confidential academic feedback for parents through initial home visit, fall and spring parent conference, final home visit and other meetings as necessary or requested
• Work with parents and volunteers to improve the instructional programs to meet the needs of all students
• Disseminate information to parents concerning better ways in which the student can be served through the school program or helped in the home
• Coordinate with Family Advocate to support whole family wellness

Case Management:

• Conduct initial home visit to begin relationship building and information gathering for all families
• Prioritize family needs with Family Advocate
• Participate in Case Management reviews and provides support, follow up and documentation of efforts and resources provided to meet child/family needs.
• Communicate any family information gained clearly and immediately to Family Advocate and teacher assistant
• Regularly input information in student data management system

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to: Direct the work of paraprofessional instructional assistants as they work with students; contribute with all Head Start staff to maintain positive and effective campus team; assist in planning and implementing staff development activities and special projects
• Participate and actively engage in professional development opportunities through workshops, staff development, conferences, coaching, college courses, and other trainings to improve own professional performance
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by program or campus staff
• Follow campus and district directives, policies, and procedures
• Always conduct oneself in a professional manner, but especially during school hours and at school related events

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Teaching Assistants and classroom volunteers

Equipment Used:

Personal or laptop computer, printer, copier, fax machine, shredder, calculator, telephone, electronic mobile devices, projector, and video display monitor

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands/Mental Demands/Environmental Factors:

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. Regularly sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; frequent repetitive hand motions; occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds; required to stand, walk reach with hands and arms; vision abilities include close vision; and color vision, regularly work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress; the noise level is usually moderate. The employee may spend long hours in intense concentration which requires attention to detail. There are a number of deadlines associated with this position, which may cause significant stress. The employee must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues. Predictable and regular attendance expected. Public relations and people skills are always required.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

CSISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin or disability. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.