Pre-Kindergarten Teacher w/Site Director duties

ScholarMade Achievement Place•Little Rock, AR

15d

About The Position

The Pre-Kindergarten Teacher provides developmentally appropriate instruction for children ages 4–5, supporting growth in cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical domains. In addition, this position carries part-time responsibilities as Site Director, ensuring daily compliance with Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care licensing, and Better Beginnings standards.

Requirements

Completion of required Better Beginnings Trainings
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (required).

Nice To Haves

Arkansas Teaching License in Early Childhood (P–4) preferred.
Experience teaching in a Pre-K or early childhood classroom.
Knowledge of the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement daily lessons based on the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards (CDELS)
Foster development across literacy, numeracy, social-emotional learning, fine and gross motor skills, and problem-solving.
Use developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) to meet the diverse needs of learners.
Integrate play-based and inquiry-based learning opportunities into daily routines.
Differentiate instruction for children with varying needs, including English Learners and children with disabilities.
Maintain a structured, positive classroom environment that promotes respect, safety, and independence.
Implement age-appropriate behavior guidance strategies consistent with school and state policy.
Establish predictable routines that support smooth transitions throughout the day.
Communicate regularly with families through conferences, newsletters, and daily updates.
Support parent involvement in classroom activities and events.
Provide resources to families to encourage at-home learning connections.
Conduct ongoing child assessments using approved Arkansas early childhood assessment tools (e.g., Work Sampling System, Teaching Strategies GOLD).
Document progress and maintain accurate records of child development.
Use assessment data to guide instruction and report growth to families and administrators.
Maintain compliance with Arkansas Division of Early Childhood requirements for ratios, health, and safety.
Participate in required professional development hours as outlined by Arkansas Better Beginnings and ADE standards.
Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to align instruction with school and district goals.
Uphold all licensing and accreditation standards applicable to early childhood programs in Arkansas.