Inclusive Preschool Teacher (Dual Endorsement Preferred) - Division Wide

Augusta County Public Schools•Verona, VA

13d

About The Position

SUMMARY: Teaches preschool-age children all areas of developmental and pre-academics by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Approaches job responsibilities with respect and professionalism Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time; Prepare course objectives and content in line with curriculum guidelines and requirements of state and school; Uses technology teaching aids to present subject matter to class; Provides special education services for students with disabilities Acts as special education case manager for students with disabilities Uses ongoing authentic assessment information to inform instruction; Possess the ability to understand the individual needs of all children, and provide differentiated instruction to advance the developmental levels; Maintains order in the classroom and on playground; Maintains a safe environment for children at all times; Works with child and family when adjustment and developmental concerns arise; Discusses child’s developmental growth and achievements with parents; Keeps attendance as required by school; Coordinates class field trips; Works collaboratively with the total staff; Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities; Builds relationships with all children and families; Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for children committed to their care; Practice and promote positive interaction with and among children; Encourages self-direction and self-regulation; Demonstrates knowledge of the curriculum being taught; Exhibits evidence of effective lesson plans; Utilizes a variety of appropriate materials and resources; Other duties assigned by principal. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of developmentally appropriate instruction for children ages three and four. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate responses to behavior for use with three and four year old children in a public school setting. Knowledge of current educational practices and developmental theory for preschool age children. Knowledge of proven practice in working in an educational setting with high needs children and their families. Knowledge of the needs of children who are at risk for school success. Knowledge of disabilities and special education practices Ability to interpret professional reports and use information to develop IEP Ability to write correspondence, plans and other forms of communication. Ability to solve problems. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of methods, including computer technology. Ability to gather and analyze data and make concise, accurate reports with recommendations. Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistant and other school staff 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year accredited college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Valid certification to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
Must be licensed in Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education.
Applicant who has had teaching experience must have an acceptable rating for such teaching.

Responsibilities

Teaches preschool-age children all areas of developmental and pre-academics
Prepare course objectives and content in line with curriculum guidelines and requirements of state and school
Uses technology teaching aids to present subject matter to class
Provides special education services for students with disabilities
Acts as special education case manager for students with disabilities
Uses ongoing authentic assessment information to inform instruction
Possess the ability to understand the individual needs of all children, and provide differentiated instruction to advance the developmental levels
Maintains order in the classroom and on playground
Maintains a safe environment for children at all times
Works with child and family when adjustment and developmental concerns arise
Discusses child’s developmental growth and achievements with parents
Keeps attendance as required by school
Coordinates class field trips
Works collaboratively with the total staff
Assumes responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities
Builds relationships with all children and families
Assumes responsibility for a neat, safe environment for children committed to their care
Practice and promote positive interaction with and among children
Encourages self-direction and self-regulation
Demonstrates knowledge of the curriculum being taught
Exhibits evidence of effective lesson plans
Utilizes a variety of appropriate materials and resources
Other duties assigned by principal