Preschool Teacher

We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better school system and better results for all students. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can and we actively encourage all to consider becoming a part of it.

Position: Preschool Teacher

Schedule: 2024-2025 School Year

Salary: Per the 2023-2025 Teacher Bargaining Agreement

Location: Early Learning Center

Qualifications: Must have a 4 year degree in a child development field

Line of Supervision: Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Early Learning Programs.

Responsibilities Include:

• Plan a developmentally appropriate program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of children through a variety of teaching techniques.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate to the age and interest of children through attractive displays, interest centers and selection of appropriate materials.
• Implement district curriculum and benchmark expectations and standards.
• Provide individual classroom assessments.
• Prepare for assigned classes, showing written evidence of preparation at request of immediate supervisor.
• Plan and coordinate with other teaching staff and classroom paraprofessional.
• Plan for and provide conferences for parents.
• Communicate regularly with parents.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in program meetings and in-service professional development as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Physical Requirements:
Physically capable of meeting all performance responsibilities required with caring for children, including frequent standing, and walking, stooping, bending, kneeling and lifting.
Must be able to lift a 40 lb child and work with children on the floor in play areas.

It is the policy, practice, and commitment of District 197 to provide equal employment opportunities for all people without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance, veteran status, or sexual orientation.