Pre-K Teacher OSR (Possible)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Tuscumbia (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools seeks a qualified educator to implement effective early childhood instruction and meet district expectations. The role centers on developing student skills, managing classrooms, and communicating with families in a supportive school environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and Alabama teaching certificate, plus EC/ECE credentials or CDA as applicable. The position follows the district salary schedule for 187 days and offers stable benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Alabama Teacher’s Certificate.
• EC/ECE degrees with appropriate certifications as listed above.
• CDA or equivalent EC coursework with regional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Determines individual and class needs.
• Establishes objectives and plans learning experiences.
• Implements activities using various techniques to meet objectives.
• Maintains standards of student behavior for a productive classroom.
• Exhibits positive human relations skills.
• Evaluates the educational program and student progress.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and community groups.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Maintains and submits records and reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Alabama Teacher’s Certificate

Human Environmental Science Degree - Early Childhood Development/Child Development

Early Childhood Education degree (B.S., B.A., or M.A./M.S.) with P-3 certification

Special Education degree in Early Childhood with 18 EC/child dev hours and certification

Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or 9 hours approved EC coursework (regionally accredited)

Job description

Reports To: Principal

Salary: Based on salary schedule for 187 days.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Goal: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible members of society.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
2. Valid Alabama Teacher’s Certificate:

• Human Environmental Science Degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Development or Child Development.
• Early Childhood Education degree (B.S., B.A., or M.A./M.S.) with P-3 teacher certification.
• Special Education degree in Early Childhood with a minimum of 18 credit hours in early childhood/child development coursework, and teacher certification.

1. Must have Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or equivalent of 9 hours of approved coursework in the field of Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Must complete a criminal background check through the Alabama State Department of Education at your own expense.
3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Determines individual and class needs.
2. Establishes objectives and plans learning experiences.
3. Implements activities using a variety of techniques that utilize instructional time to meet objectives.
4. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
5. Exhibits positive human relations skills.
6. Evaluates the educational program and/or student progress.
7. Communicates with parent/guardians, colleagues, and community groups.
8. Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
9. Maintains and submits records and reports.