Teacher, Pre-K STEPS

Young World Physical Education; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Columbus, Georgia, is seeking a full-time Teacher for the Pre-K STEPS program. The role involves supporting three- and four-year-old students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with educational policies while fostering a safe and engaging learning environment. Candidates are required to have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and be eligible for Georgia teacher certification. Responsibilities include assessing student progress, collaborating with parents, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain Georgia clear renewable teacher certification in Special Education General Curriculum P-12 and Early Childhood Education.
• Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies linking curriculum to learners.

Responsibilities

• Support preschool students in various activities while complying with curriculum and policies.
• Assess student needs and progress.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Teacher, Pre-K STEPS

Position Type: Full-Time

Starting Date: Immediately

Work Days: 190

Job Description

The Muscogee County School District's Pre‑K STEPS program provides instructional services to three‑ and four‑year‑olds with identified disabilities.

Primary Function

Instructionally support preschool students in activities such as art, science, music, housekeeping, story time, and movement, while ensuring compliance with curriculum and policies and fostering a safe and positive learning environment.

Essential Duties

• Advise parents/guardians of student progress.
• Adhere to local school procedures and regulations, fostering a supportive environment.
• Assess student needs, progress, expectations, and goals.
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and community agencies.Demonstrate punctuality and professional ethics.
• Provide instruction appropriate to preschool students' learning levels.
• Communicate responsibly with all individuals and groups; maintain accurate paperwork.
• Account for student attendance and punctuality; direct conduct per school policy.
• Model conversation, manners, clean‑up activities, and listening skills.
• Follow all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Meet certification and accreditation standards.
• Seek professional development and evaluation to improve practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Requirements

• Educational Level: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Certification/License: Eligible to obtain Georgia clear renewable teacher certification in Special Education General Curriculum P‑12 and Early Childhood Education (or all five core content areas).
• Experience: None required.
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies linking curriculum to learners; student management.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

EEO Statement

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.