SUBSTITUTE PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Walnut Valley Unified School District; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walnut Valley Unified School District is seeking a Preschool Teacher to provide a safe and nurturing environment for preschoolers, delivering developmentally appropriate activities to support growth.

You will plan lessons, assess progress, maintain records, and ensure safety in classrooms and playgrounds while collaborating with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff, families, and students.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare concise reports.
• Competence in operating basic computer tools and classroom tech.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing preschool classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers.
• Assess children’s progress using formal and informal methods.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe classrooms and playgrounds.
• Communicate with families about children’s development and needs.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Record keeping

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma and ECE coursework

Tools

Basic computer software

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction and supervision of the Preschool Site Supervisor, the Preschool Teacher provides a safe, nurturing environment and engaging activities to support preschool-aged children’s developmental and social-emotional needs. The Preschool Teacher provides education, care, and supervision in classrooms and playgrounds. This position employs a range of instructional techniques and strategies to enhance student progress by establishing and maintaining a productive classroom environment. The Preschool Teacher assists in the development and implementation of the program curriculum.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies and strategies and activities such as singing, dance, rhythm, and arts and crafts to instruct a wide range of students based on their developmental, physical, and emotional maturity


• Prepare appropriate educational development plans for students


• Utilize informal and formal assessments and exercises to evaluate student skill levels


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment by performing housekeeping tasks, checking equipment and grounds for safety, and reporting any concerns or faulty equipment that do not meet safety standards


• Plan and implement a variety of physical activities to develop student gross and fine motor skills


• Provide routine first aid, contact Preschool Site Supervisor, families, police, fire, and emergency medical services as required


• Guide children with self-care, hygiene, and toileting needs, which includes diapering children


• May assist, prepare, and distribute snacks or meals


• May administer pre-authorized medication under specific guidelines and direction


• Complete and maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and medical information


• Plan, design, and provide meaningful learning and developmental activities for preschool classes, including a program of instruction designed to enhance developmental, emotional, and physical capabilities of students


• Plan, coordinate, and maintain a supportive learning environment independently by working collaboratively with co-workers to develop lessons and learning activities


• Deliver education by using effective oral communication skills and provide students with clearly communicated instructions


• Create a positive, supportive, and inclusive preschool classroom that promotes teamwork and collaboration among staff, students, and families


• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by department, school site, and District that are held during employee’s work hours and work year


• May participate in professional development opportunities outside employee’s work hours and work year


• Perform related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS – QUALIFICATIONS

Skill, Knowledge, and/or Ability Required:

Skill to:

• Effectively receive and deliver communication in oral and written formats


• Maintain appropriate records and prepare complete and concise reports


• Operate basic computer, program software, and other electronic devices

Knowledge of

• Goals, principles, and practices for implementing age-appropriate child development and guidance in a preschool environment


• Play-based learning to assist children with individual and group activities


• Child mobility, cognition, and learning styles


• Mathematic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading to direct students with learning exercises or projects


• Communication methods that promote patience and sensitivity when interacting with students, staff, and families


• Equity, access, and inclusion practices as it relates to all program participants

Ability to

• Plan and implement an effective and efficient preschool instructional program


• Provide effective learning activities for children experiencing a wide range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and exhibiting varying levels of intellectual, social, and emotional maturity


• Effectively assess educational needs of children and implement appropriate and sound instructional plans and activities


• Provide a warm, attractive, and inviting learning environment


• Perform routine classroom-related clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office-related machines, equipment, and technology


• Work courteously and tactfully with co-workers, students, and families


• Adapt easily to work assignments, additional priorities, and new procedures


• Receive constructive feedback and modify work and behaviors appropriately


• Prioritize and identify needs and solve problems independently as appropriate


• Suggest improvements to Preschool Site Supervisor as appropriate


• Skillfully handle difficult situations using good judgment and tact


• Maintain a high level of professionalism and promote an environment of belonging


• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships


• Receive constructive criticism and modify work appropriately


• Demonstrate cultural competence and responsiveness in interactions, decision-making, communication, and processes


• Efficiently use and manage time and meet deadlines

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

Experience

Oneyearofpaid or volunteerexperienceina licensed children’s center, preschool-aged enrichment program, or comparable child care program

Education

• Equivalent to the completion of High School and 12-semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in early childhood education or child development, including at least one three-semester unit (or four-quarter unit) course in each of the following core areas:
  
  
  
  1. Child growth and development or human growth and development
  
  
  2. Child, family, and community or child and family
  
  
  3. Program/curriculum
  
  
  
  

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT

• Possess and maintain current First Aid Certification


• Possess and maintain current CPR Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Persons performing service in this position classification will be expected to perform medium work, which involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work. (Per the Code of Federal Regulations – Section 404.1567 “Physical Exertion Requirements”).

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects of this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Engage in moderate physical activity, working in both indoor and outdoor environments throughout day


• Stand and walk for extended periods (greater than one hour) while supervising children and facilitating physical activities, including running/jogging, to ensure safety during play


• Bend down, squat, step, and/or kneel frequently


• Sit on floor and participate in classroom activities


• Ability to grasp, reach, push, and pull classroom and outdoor equipment, aids, and supplies


• Lift and carry program supplies and materials by bending, lifting, and transporting items


• Demonstrate sufficient arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate tools, laptop/desktop computer, multimedia tools, and other program/office equipment


• Actively participate in playful playground activities with children


• Utilize sufficient hearing and speaking abilities to professionally project voice and communicate effectively with staff and students in both group and one-on-one settings


• Maintain visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens, observe and monitor children and environment for safety

EMERGENCY REQUIREMENTS

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisor or by law.