Teacher - Special Ed Preschool

Apache Junction Unified School District • Apache Junction, AZ

95d • $53,320

About The Position

The Teacher - Special Education Preschool position involves instructing children in activities designed to promote learning concepts, acquire skills, and develop positive attitudes that will contribute to their development as capable, mature, and responsible citizens. The teacher will perform various duties including planning a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students, creating a conducive classroom environment, guiding the learning process towards curriculum goals, and assessing student learning regularly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year College or university.
• An appropriate and current Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• A valid Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance card.

Responsibilities

• Plans program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the mastery of student learning on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Counsels with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student's life and conduct for the classroom.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Participates in extracurricular assignments as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree