Pre-School Teacher

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; LaFrank (WV); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking a Pre-School Classroom Teacher to design and implement instruction for pre-K students aligned with WV Quality Early Education standards. The role requires professional practice, ongoing assessment, and collaboration with the building principal and staff to support early learning goals.

The position emphasizes lesson planning, technology use in instruction, and delivering evidence-based interventions while adhering to WV policies and district requirements.

Formación

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2.
• Certification in Early Education PK-K.
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate. WV Cares Background Check also conducted.
• Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.
• Perform duties as described in the job description below.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement appropriate instruction and intervention for Pre-K students based on the WV Quality Early Education Standards, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Demonstrates organization and management skills.
• Demonstrate working knowledge and technology skills necessary for Early Intervention Assessment and IEP Development.
• Demonstrate knowledge of county selected curriculum and intervention for specialized needs.
• Complete Pre-K observations and provide documentation of student progress.
• Participates in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and colleagues.

Conocimientos

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Legal compliance

Educación

WV teaching certificate

Early Education PK-K certification

Descripción del empleo

• Position Type: Elementary Teaching/ Elementary Classroom Teacher

Salary/Terms

Standard 200 Day Contract. Salary: Salary based on experience and education level per NCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

Classification

Professional

Reports to

Building Principal

Evaluation

Evaluations conducted as defined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy5310and NCBOE Policy 3220.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Summary

The Pre-School Classroom Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing appropriate instruction and intervention for pre-K students based on the WV Quality Early Education standards. Classroom teacher means a professional educator who has a direct instructional or counseling relationshipwith students and who spends the majority of his or her time in this capacity.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levelspursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2.
• Certification inEarly Education PK-K.
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, asappropriate. WV Cares Background Check also conducted.
• Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.
• Perform duties as described in the job description below.

Expectations

• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace.
• Alcohol and controlled substance which affects employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.
• Staff members serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
• Staff members have a legal responsibility to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.

Performance Responsibilities

• Design and implement appropriate instruction and intervention for Pre-K students based on the WV Quality Early Education Standards, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required;
• Demonstrates organization and management skills;
• Demonstrate working knowledge and technology skills necessary for Early Intervention Assessment and IEP Development;
• Demonstrate knowledge of county selected curriculum and intervention for specialized needs;
• Demonstrate Knowledge of WV Policy 2525, WV Universal Access to a Quality Early Education System;
• Complete Pre-K observations and provide documentation of student progress;
• Participate in orientation activities designed for new Pre-K staff;
• Participate in professional development opportunities;
• Provide classroom and intervention programs, emphasis on early learning special education;
• Uses 21st Century Technology skills to strengthen the teaching/learning process;
• Delivers rigorous instruction to all students;
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles;
• Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by WVDE and board policies, and administrative regulations;
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned;
• Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to support school-wide academic performance goals and instructional activities;
• Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements;
• Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s);
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and informative testing;
• Maintains positive role model for students;
• Supports mission of school district;
• Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students;
• Manages student behavior in accordance with WV Board of Education Policy 4373 (Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools) and student handbook;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
• Establishes and maintains open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers to support student learning;
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members;
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly;
• Participates in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and colleagues;
• Keeps informed and complies with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers;
• Compiles, maintains and files all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required;
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required;
• Adheres to Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Nicholas County School'sBoard of Education Policy;
• Implements programs of study;
• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning;
• Utilizes instructional management systems models that increase student learning;
• Monitors student progress towards mastery of instructional goals and objectives;
• Communicates effectively within the educational community, and with parents on a regular basis;
• Meets professional responsibilities;
• Provides an atmosphere conducive to learning consistent with school/county mission;
• Provides curricula requiredby the state of West Virginia;
• Demonstrates behavior which reflects established professional responsibilities (i.e. attendance, punctuality, and verbal/nonverbal communication;
• Effective July 1, 2003, demonstrates competency in the knowledge and implementation of technology standards; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computersand multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, theemployee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilitiesrequired by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjustfocus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact withthe public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounterswhile performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting isindoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.