Pre-K Teacher (Leave from 9/2/26-1/4/27)

Alabama State Department of Education; Henagar (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Schools in Alabama invites applications for a Teacher - Early Childhood - Pre-K. The role requires a valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education and a minimum B.S. Degree, with an endorsement in the appropriate area.

The teacher will plan engaging daily activities, maintain records, communicate with parents, and support a safe, productive classroom aligned with state standards. Salary is according to current schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum B.S. Degree.
• Endorsement in Appropriate Area.
• Must be Highly Qualified.
• Working knowledge of computers and software.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and squat as assignment may require.
• Must have Background, Drug, and TB Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Determine individual and class needs.
• Supervise Students.
• Establish objectives and plan learning experiences.
• Implement activities using various techniques to meet objectives.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, colleagues and community groups.
• Evaluate the educational program and/or student progress.
• Maintain and submit records and reports.
• Adhere to school system rules, procedures and policies.
• Engage in personal and professional growth and demonstrate professional ethics and leadership.
• Implement the planning and conduct of daily learning activities within the classroom.

Skills

Computers and software literacy

Physical stamina (lift/bend/squat)

Education

BS Degree

Teaching Certificate - Early Childhood

Endorsement in appropriate area

Job description

DeKalb County Schools

Expecting More Today.... Educating for Tomorrow

POSITION TITLE: Teacher - Early Childhood - Pre-K

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum B.S. Degree
• Endorsement in Appropriate Area
• Must be Highly Qualified
• Working knowledge of computers and software.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and squat as assignment may require.
• Must have Background, Drug, and TB Clearance

REPORTS TO:

• Pre-K Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine individual and class needs.
• Supervise Students
• Establish objectives and plan learning experiences.
• Implement activities using a variety of techniques that utilize instructional time to meet objectives.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Exhibit positive human relations skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Evaluate the educational program and/or student progress.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, colleagues and community groups.
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Maintain and submit records and reports.
• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy and state and federal rules and regulations.
• Engage in personal and professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
• Implement the planning and conduct of daily learning activities within the classroom as defined by the State Course of Study and the Board of Education.
• Shall perform any other position related duties as assigned.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary and work year to be in accordance with the current applicable salary schedule.

EVALUATION:

• Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy of Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

NOTE: See Board policies for additional requirements.