Pre-K or Kindergarten Teacher

POSITION TITLE:         PreK or Kindergarten Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:       Must hold proper certification through the Arkansas Department of   

                                    Education

REPORTS TO:              Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  190 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan and implement lessons with instructional outcomes that align to curriculum standards.
2. Participate in the professional learning community process and collaborate productively with colleagues.
3. Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
4. Establish classroom expectations and procedures that create a climate where all members are valued.
5. Maintain positive and professional relationships between students and families.
6. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
7. Assess needs of students and utilize available resources to meet the social-emotional, physical and academic needs of each child.
8. Effectively implement district initiatives.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:   

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