PreK Teacher - Exceptional Student Services (continual posting)

Position Type :

Exceptional Student Support Services / Early Childhood

Date Posted : 11 / 21 / 2023

Location :

DISTRICT WIDE - ALL LOCATIONS

Date Available : When Filled

Closing Date :

When Filled Summary Teaches preschool in public elementary schools by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assisting in the scheduling of meetings of the child study team
• Instructs students by lecturing, demonstrating, and using audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school in accordance with the approved curriculum
• Administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress.
• Keeps attendance records.
• Maintains discipline in classroom.
• Meets with parents to discuss student progress and problems.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study, and counseling student in adjustment and academic problems.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university. One to two years related experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be highly qualified in area of assignment. Valid AZ Early Childhood teaching certificate with appropriate approved area or endorsement. Structured English Immersion (SEI) required.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Clearances

Criminal Justice / Fingerprint Clearance Card

Measles / Mumps / Rubella Immunity / Vaccination

Valid I-9 form

Terms of Employment

188 day new teacher contract

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Benefits as assigned for this position

Notice of Non-Discrimination :

The Florence Unified School District steadfastly upholds the commitment to educational equity, which means putting kids first by providing the resources necessary to attain success. We are resolute in our dedication to educational equity, which involves removing barriers, fostering inclusivity, valuing diversity, and empowering the community.

The Florence Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its policies, procedures or practices, in compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district's activities and programs. The Florence Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s) : the District Title IX Coordinator, and / or the District 504 Coordinator, both of which can be located on our web page www.fusdaz.com or in person at 1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona. Or by phone at (520) 866-3500.