Classroom Teacher: Pre-K

Mt. Blue Regional School District • Farmington, ME

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About The Position

Nurture and educate young children in a Pre-K classroom setting. Foster their social, emotional, physical, academic and cognitive development. Prepare children for success in kindergarten and future learning endeavors through both academic and play experiences. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a closely related field is required.
• Maine State Teaching Certificate (preferred) or ability to obtain one.
• Experience working in a preschool/Early Childhood setting(s).
• Strong understanding of child development principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for early childhood education.
• Ability to create and maintain a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
• Must hold or be eligbile to hold a Maine DOE Teacher Endoresment in one of the following areas: (029) Early Elementary (PreK - 3) (081) Early Childhood Teacher (Birth - age 5) (020) Elementary (K-6)
• Grandfathered certification may be eligbile with additional course work

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans, instructional strategies, and activities aligned with Maine's Early Learning Standards and RSU 9’s SEL, academic, and instructional expectations.
• Conduct developmentally appropriate activities that cover curricular subjects.
• Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their learning and growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians by building close connections between school and home, and providing regular updates on children's development and learning goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to ensure a cohesive, differentiated learning program, with instructional decisions based on research at the state or national level.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Track attendance and maintain records

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level