Preschool Teacher

FTE: 1.0
Salary: Per HEA Salary Schedule

SUMMARY:
Develops and facilitates preschool classroom experiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Implements the Hopkins preschool philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Plans, prepares and leads developmentally appropriate activities and special events. 
• Observes, documents and reports individual needs, developmental progress, and specific goals for each child.
• Maintains frequent written and oral communication with parents regarding their child’s growth and development, interests, changes in behavior, and classroom activities; provides resources and referral information when appropriate.
• Communicates and collaborates with other building staff concerning children who are dual-serviced, incorporating negotiated individual goals for the child into classroom programming.
• Oversees classroom assistant or volunteer in the classroom.
• Maintains a clean and safe classroom.
• Initiates and maintains accurate attendance records, emergency drills, and any other business forms as needed.
• Gives attention to each student according to their needs and abilities while maintaining supervision and intervening for safety in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Promotes a positive image of the program by maintaining open and positive communication between the sites, school staff, parents, and community.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training when required.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of paid experience working with children.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver’s license.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Classroom policies and procedures.
• Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of staff.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Maintaining order when supervising children, while expressing warmth and friendliness. 
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. 
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
• Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Mobility to work in a classroom setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to stand for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a classroom setting.
Occasional travel required to locations throughout the District.

This posting is a mandatory PELSB requirement for OFP re-licensure only.
Questions regarding this position posting should be directed to Daniel Maloney, HR Specialist – Daniel.Maloney@hopkinsschools.org