Pre-K Teacher

Charter Schools USA•Bradenton, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is an education management company serving more than 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Its mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life, and it provides an academically rigorous education intended to prepare students for college or career. The Pre-K Teacher creates and implements a flexible program and classroom environment that supports student learning and personal growth. The teacher develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, builds effective relationships with students, staff, and parents, and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge in accordance with their abilities. The position plans and delivers instruction aligned with the company’s philosophy and adopted courses of study; assesses student progress and needs; maintains records; and provides a safe, orderly, and supportive classroom. It also involves collaboration with staff and families, participation in curriculum planning and revision, and supporting school and community activities as required. The work takes place under usual school working conditions and may be noisy during periods of high student traffic. The role has no physical exertion requirement, though it involves frequent student activity and light lifting or moving of objects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in ECE, Child Development, or Education, or a CDA or Staff Credential.
Emergent Literacy for VPK Instructors.
Implementing the State Standards in Preschool Classrooms: 3 Years Old to Kindergarten.
First Aid CPR.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
Excellent interpersonal skills and courteous, professional, and helpful conduct with stakeholders.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, active-listening, negotiating, and influencing communication skills.
Ability to attend work consistently and punctually, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
Accuracy and thoroughness, commitment to quality improvement, and consistent implementation of best practices and positive character education.
Enthusiasm and commitment to the position and company mission, and support for company values in academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction aligned with the company’s philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Present subject matter using real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
Review student records to understand individual abilities and needs, and maintain accurate and complete records.
Use varied learning modalities and differentiated instruction; frequently assess learning and student strengths and weaknesses.
Provide appropriate activities to address student needs and generate progress reports as required.
Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
Coordinate class field trips as required and prepare students for required state achievement assessments.
Keep current in subject knowledge and learning theory, share knowledge to support curriculum improvement, and assist with curriculum revisions and instructional-material selection.
Become acquainted with supplemental services that can benefit students.
Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning, with positive rapport, patience, and appropriate nurturing.
Keep the classroom clean and safe, display student work as appropriate, implement student-conduct policies, and maintain classroom order fairly and consistently.
Plan individual and group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
Prepare for assigned classes, participate in curriculum-planning meetings, and incorporate required diagnostic information from student IEPs.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish cooperative relations and communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents and guardians through appropriate channels.
Cooperate with administration, staff, and CSUSA; maintain confidentiality of student records; and participate in parent communication activities.
Participate in extracurricular activities as required to support a positive school culture and students and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.