Preschool/Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) Teacher-(2025-26 SY)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Pre-school Teacher to nurture and develop young minds. This role involves supervising pre-school students, adapting instructional materials to meet individual learning needs, and collaborating with parents and staff to enhance student outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Early Education and a valid Virginia teaching license. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will significantly impact the growth and development of children, fostering a love for learning in their formative years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related area is required.
• Valid Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in Early Education is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and teach pre-school students, ensuring compliance with program requirements.
• Adapt classroom work to provide individualized learning plans for students.

Skills

Classroom Management

Instructional Planning

Parent Communication

Student Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Education

Valid Virginia Teaching License

Job description

Job Description:

The Pre-school Teacher supervises and teaches pre-school students; ensures compliance with program requirements; assists with parent education programs; and coordinates communications with parents. This job reports to the Principal.


Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in job related area.


• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education license required with an endorsement in Early Education, PreK-3 or PreK-6, or eligibility to obtain one. Dual certification in Early Childhood Special Education preferred.


• Experience: Job related within specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility desired.

Essential Functions:

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.


• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.


• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student's achievements; develop methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.


• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents and administration.


• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.


• Counsels students on performance improvement, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.


• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.


• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.


• Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.


• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.


• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.


• Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.


• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.


• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment and adhere to Education Code and school policies.


• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.


• Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

• Must follow safety and health protocols.

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