Preschool Teacher | Early Learning 3's

Saint Louis Park Independent School District 283•Saint Louis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide academic and social skills instruction to children 33-48 months old in a 1/2 day preschool setting. Create learning opportunities and classroom environments that are multicultural/gender favorable to learning & growth based on a commitment that all children can learn.

Requirements

Knowledge of practices, techniques, and fundamentals of child care programming and services, teaching principles, techniques, and procedures.
Knowledge of child development theories and development stages and needs.
Knowledge of District academic curriculum requirements.
Fundamentals of work coordination and delegation.
Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, or guidelines pertaining to childcare programs, operations, and safety requirements.
Knowledge of Kid’s Place program operational policies and procedures of the District.
Knowledge of behavioral management practices and fundamentals.
Oral and written communication skills.
Must be fluent in Spanish and English.

Nice To Haves

BA degree in early childhood education or related preferred.
Preferred fluency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Design and implement culturally relevant, differentiated instruction for preschool children.
Collaborate with peers to develop best practices for the needs and abilities of the children.
Conducts class assessments to determine learning priorities and outcomes for children.
Provide instructional leadership to other support staff and classroom volunteers within the classroom.
Create rapport with children and parents.
Collaborates with educational professionals and administrators regarding the needs of children and families, instructional support, standards, and instructional technologies.
Team and plan with teachers and classroom assistants.
Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team, and individual professional development.
Assigning work, leading, and coordinating work activities and priorities of classroom support personnel.
Supervising groups of children in accordance with behavioral guidelines and rules to ensure an appropriate environment and the safety of participants and staff.
Planning and implementing site activities in accordance with program themes, field trips, and academic subject activities.
Implementing behavioral management practices.
Updating and preparing site files, records, and reports in accordance with department requirements.
Dealing with children, staff, parents, administrators, and building personnel concerning issues and activities. Interactions require the explanation of program operational rules and working with others to gain cooperation and understanding of educational issues/needs.