Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Knoxville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks passionate educators to foster a nurturing learning environment for young pupils. This role involves crafting engaging learning experiences across various subjects, developing suitable instructional materials, and promoting parental involvement in education. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational journey of children, ensuring they feel valued and supported in their growth. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and their families, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a collaborative and supportive community.

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Illinois Educational Educator's License required.
• Endorsements in Early Childhood Education and Special Education are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develops and uses instructional materials for diverse pupil needs.
• Communicates regularly with parents to enhance pupil understanding.
• Plans and coordinates classroom activities with aides and volunteers.

Skills

Instructional Material Development

Communication Skills

Creative Expression Facilitation

Parent Engagement

Behavior Management

Education

Professional Illinois Educational Educator's License

Endorsement in Early Childhood Education

Endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education

Job description

• Works with the Regional Office of Education to ensure compliance with the Block Grant that is provided through the Regional Office of Education.
• Provides learning experiences in language arts, physical education, art, music, health and other subject matter suited to the needs of pupils utilizing suggestions in district curriculum publications.
• Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction for pupils with a wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturities.
• Develops in each pupil an awareness of his worth as an individual and his role in his family and community. Encourages pupils to express themselves creatively in art, music and dramatic play.
• Provides individual and small group instruction designed to meet individual needs of pupils in communication skills, health habits, physical skills and development of satisfactory self-concepts.
• Enriches educational programs through study trips to community resources such as museums, parks, etc. and through classroom visits by resource persons from the school and community. Shares and interprets these experiences with pupils and parents.
• Plans and coordinates the work of aides, assistants, parents and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips in order to obtain the maximum benefit from their efforts.
• Develops activities for parents which promote parent participation and involvement in education activities provided for their children.
• Communicates regularly with parents by means of parent meetings, home visits, and individual parent conferences. Interprets school programs to parents in order to strengthen parental understanding of the individual pupil’s needs and the school’s role in the individual pupil’s life.
• Provides an appropriate climate to establish and reinforce acceptable pupil behavior, attitudes and social skills.
• Cooperates with other professional staff members in accessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of pupil’s work.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess, or be eligible for, a valid Professional Illinois Educational Educator's License with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education.

Salary/Benefits

Salary commensurate with the salary schedule and the negotiated contract.

How to Apply

Send letter of interest, resume, copy of credentials, and three letters of recommendation to:

809 E. Main St.

Files may be electronically sent to Jodi Grace at [e-mail].