First Class Pre K Lead Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison City Schools is seeking a First Class Pre K Lead Teacher to join the West Madison Pre K Center in Madison, Alabama. The role requires a B.S. degree and Alabama teaching certification in the relevant instructional area.

This exempt position reports to the Principal and includes responsibilities in lesson planning, student assessment, and classroom management. The candidate should be capable of fostering a safe, engaging learning environment and comply with background checks and district

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. Degree in the area of instructional responsibility required.
• Alabama State Department of Education Teaching Certification in the area of instructional responsibility required.
• Alternatives may be considered per Board policy.

Responsibilities

• Assesses student abilities related to goals and outcomes.
• Plans lessons and provides individual/small group instruction.
• Establishes age-appropriate activities meeting diverse needs.
• Maintains standards of student behavior for a conducive learning climate.
• Communicates instructional expectations and progress to students and parents.
• Participates in professional development and school activities.

Skills

Curriculum standards knowledge

Lesson planning ability

Classroom management

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Education

B.S. Degree in instructional responsibility

Alabama Teaching Certification in instructional responsibility

Job description

First Class Pre K Lead Teacher

Madison City Schools (AL) West Madison Pre K Center - Madison, Alabama Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Madison City Schools (AL)

Job Details

• Job ID: 5885483
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Goals: To provide an approved early childhood education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help students develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. Degree in the area of instructional responsibility required.
• Alabama State Department of Education Teaching Certification in the area of instructional responsibility required.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal or Appropriate Supervisor

Background Check Required: (Ala. Code §§ 16-22A-5 ) Upon offer of employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Background checks must not be more than 10 years old. A new background check is required for anyone new to Madison City Schools, regardless of the recency of the ABI and FBI background checks.

Student Safety & Security: Madison City Schools prioritizes a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment. Employees are expected to model professional conduct, maintain clear and appropriate boundaries with students, use district-approved channels for communications, and avoid interactions that could be perceived as favoritism, grooming, or undue familiarity. Staff must promptly report suspected child abuse or neglect to law enforcement authorities as required by Alabama law. Compliance with these expectations is a condition of employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of state core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives of instructional specialty to which assigned.
• Knowledge of student academic progress toward stated objectives of instruction.
• Knowledge of school's program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
• Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.
• Ability to develop and implement lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate practice and adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
• Ability to use and manage technology including, but not limited to, e-mail, internet, Microsoft Office Programs, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of the school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
• Possesses the physical and emotional ability to fulfill the contract period.
• Knowledge of the First Class Pre-K Program Quality Assurances.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Alabama's Developmental Standards for Preschool Children.

Essential Functions

• Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives and student outcomes.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Plans class activities and lesson presentations that are age-appropriate for the class and meet the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and resolving learning problems.
• Maintains professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities as required or assigned.
• Communicates to students and parents (either in writing or verbally) the instructional expectations, student progress or lack of progress.
• Ensures confidentiality of all students' records, grades, performance and all other related matters.
• Participates in school-level planning, faculty meetings/committees and other school system groups.
• Establishes and maintains a professional level of rapport with other teachers, team leaders, department heads, district-level coordinators and/or program directors, and instructional support and service employees of the school district.
• Demonstrates a positive and technically competent set of parent/community relations' skills including oral communication, written communications, and listening skills in group and one-on-one situations as necessary.
• Fulfills professional responsibilities beyond those exhibited in the classroom to include participation in school co-curricular programs, school and district program improvement efforts, participation in community and parent groups, and abides by and promotes high ethical standards.
• Models appropriate personal characteristics and work habits that are consistent with personal development goals established for students.
• Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned.

• This position will be subject to the Students First Act of 2011. Madison City Schools reserves the right to fill this position by transfer of a qualified applicant who is already employed by Madison City Schools.
• Under the Students First Act of 2011, no credit toward tenure or non-probationary status is earned in the initial school year of employment if the date of hire occurs after September 30.

Expected Employment: 187 days (full year)

Evaluation: According to established Board policies and administrative procedures and guidelines.

Salary Range:According to Madison City Schools Salary Schedule (Salary based on employment for complete year)

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nichole Phillips , Principal
• West Madison Pre K Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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