Substitute - Preschool Instructor

Douglas County School District • Highlands Ranch, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing classroom instruction and positive interaction with students and colleagues, and for developing and promoting good community relations among various community members and school clientele. A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District (DCSD) offers a chance to be part of an important and fulfilling mission. DCSD spans over 850 square miles, offering a variety of communities from rural farm towns to large, fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. The district is dedicated to ensuring that each of its 61,000+ students receives the education needed for a bright future. DCSD's Board of Education has adopted goals including Academic Excellence, Outstanding Educators and Staff, Safe, Positive Climate and Culture, Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community, and Financial Well-Being. The district emphasizes putting students first, encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems, and ensuring educators have the necessary tools. DCSD supports all students, recognizing their unique learning styles and needs, and prepares them for various post-high school paths, whether a four-year college, military, or direct workforce entry. Every employee, from principals and teachers to nutrition services staff and bus drivers, contributes to student success.

Requirements

• First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association
• Group Leader Qualified - Co Dept of Human Services
• High School or Equivalent

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction consistent with the preschool curriculum and mandated components.
• Cooperate with the special education team in order to help special education children meet Individual Educational Plan goals.
• Cooperate with team members to develop and implement Individual Learning Plans for at risk students.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and team.
• Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students.
• Maintain data collection regarding student progress/performance, including confidential reports and information.
• Participate in ongoing formal and informal staff development.
• Perform toileting duties and life skills instruction.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.
• This position is eligible for paid sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees