Public Preschool Teacher

East Cleveland City Schools; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cleveland City School District is seeking a Public Pre-School Teacher to plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons for preschool children. The teacher will create a safe, inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success, while fostering early literacy, math, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills.

The role requires collaboration with intervention specialists, therapists, and administrators, participation

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Childhood Education.
• Passing of a background check BCI and FBI.
• Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards.
• Two years' experience in pre-school teaching.
• Meet licensing and employment requirements by Ohio authorities.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, students, and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom that promotes exploration and student success.
• Foster early literacy, math, language, science, SEL, and motor skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet all learners' needs.
• Use assessments to monitor growth and guide instruction.
• Maintain student records and communicate with families.
• Collaborate with specialists, therapists, and administrators.
• Participate in IEP meetings and intervention planning.

Skills

Warmth with children

Child development knowledge

Classroom management

Communication with families

Collaboration

Technology use

Education

Associate degree in Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education

Job description

Public Pre-School Teacher

Public Pre-School Teacher

Administrator: Director of Teaching and Learning

Reports To: Prospect Academy Principal/Building Administrator

General Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement the educational activities of pre-school children.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Childhood Education.
• Passing of a background check BCI and FBI
• Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards.
• Two years' experience in pre-school teaching
• Ability to meet all licensing and employment requirements established by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education.
• Previous preschool teaching experience.
• Valid Kindergarten Primary Certificate.

Job Description/Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success.
• Foster the development of early literacy, mathematics, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with intervention specialists, therapists, support staff, and administrators to support student achievement.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and intervention planning as appropriate.
• Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student engagement.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and field trips.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all requirements of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW), the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and the district.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Warm and approachable in dealing with children.
• Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education.
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with young children and their families.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning.
• Proficiency in educational technology and data-driven instruction.

Working Conditions

• Preschool classroom setting.
• Frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in activities that require standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision.
• Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions.

Why Join East Cleveland City School District?

At Prospect Academy, we are committed to providing every child with a strong educational foundation through engaging instruction, caring relationships, and a supportive learning environment. Our educators are valued as partners in advancing the District's mission of Empowering Every Student, Every Day.

Terms of Employment

Salary: 20262027 School Year District approved compensation schedule.

189 Days