Preschool Teacher - Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center

Henderson County Schools•Henderson, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center is seeking a Preschool Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This role involves working 185 days and offers a salary commensurate with teaching experience and rank. Employment requires a physical, TB Risk Assessment, state/national criminal background check, CAN check, and drug screen. Interested candidates can apply online at www.henderson.kyschools.us by clicking on Employment. Henderson County Schools is an Equal Educational Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Proper Kentucky teaching certification in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (IECE).
Physical examination.
TB Risk Assessment.
State/national criminal background check.
CAN check.
Drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Take part in curriculum research, study groups, and other activities related to the profession (provided these activities do not affect classroom work).
Take advantage of opportunities to upgrade professional skills as related to instructional improvement through committees, workshops, and organizations.
Accept outside employment only when it does not interfere with professional duties and is not detrimental to his/her status with pupils or professional colleagues.

Responsibilities

Utilize an appropriate variety of material and activities to facilitate lesson objectives.
Concentrate on accomplishing a high rate of time on task with students where students are engaged in instructional involvement.
Demonstrate a caring attitude in association with students.
Utilize effective questioning techniques in the instructional process.
Incorporate effective motivational strategies in working with students.
Actively and continuously monitor student learning and assume responsibility for current student progress.
Assume responsibility for the behavior of students in the classroom and work toward a positive and productive student/teacher relationship.
Comply with all board and school building policies and procedures.
Work within the philosophical framework of the school board, building, and departmental assignments.
Attend all regular and special faculty meetings unless prevented by personal illness or excused by the principal.
Prepare lesson plans which are directly related to the objectives being taught. These plans shall be current and available for a substitute teacher.
Practice a friendly and cooperative attitude with students, colleagues, parents, and superiors.
Assume a reasonable share of extended school activities and demonstrate a willingness to participate in school/community affairs.
Demonstrate and develop understanding and concern for the academic and social welfare of students.
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom that is conducive to learning.
Direct student learning at a rate which is commensurate with the capability of the student.
Assist students to make up work they have missed because of legitimate absences from class.
Use only acceptable methods of discipline in compliance with board and school policies.
Strive to understand all sides of a problem before administering discipline.
Set an example before pupils and avoid any words or actions which will show prejudice against individuals or minority groups.
Welcome every opportunity to discuss with parents, guardians, with open-mindedness and courtesy, the problems and/or progress of students.
Respect the rights of and cooperate with parents/guardians regarding the welfare and development of students.
Maintain high standards of conduct and attitudes at all times so as to keep the profession respectful and dignified in the eyes of the public as well as those of his/her own profession.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the administration.