Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

3 weeks ago

Houston, Texas, United States Southwest Schools Full time
POSITION TITLE:

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

CAMPUS/DEPT:

Campus

STATUS & SALARY:

Full-Time Exempt;

Per Teacher Salary Matrix

SUPERVISOR:

Campus Principal

SUPERVISES:

N/A

REVISED:

2024

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to prepare college and career-ready students for life-long success.

OUR VISION

We are a premier district of choice that meets the diverse needs of all students by creating an inclusive community that fosters a strong sense of self-worth.

DISTRICT CULTURE

Southwest Public Schools believes in promoting a culture that embodies and fosters a collaborative approach to learning. Staff relationships are collegial, collaborative, and productive, and all staff members are held to high professional standards. Mistakes are not seen as failures, but as opportunities to learn and grow for both students and educators.

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide students with appropriate instruction, learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that ful?ll the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
  • Prepare lessons that re?ect accommodations for di?erences in student learning styles.
  • Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that re?ect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
  • Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
  • Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
  • Cooperate with other members of sta? for planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
  • Plan and supervise purposeful assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
  • Assist students in analyzing and improving study methods and habits.
  • Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing and use results to plan instructional activities.
  • Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
  • Present positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
  • Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations and IEPs.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
  • Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
  • Participate in the district sta? development program.
  • Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
  • Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
  • Compile, maintain, and ?le all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on sta? committees as required.
  • Articulate the district's mission and goals in areas of assigned responsibilities to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
  • Demonstrate awareness of district/community needs and initiate activities to meet identi?ed needs.
  • Demonstrate the use of appropriate and e?ective techniques for community and parent involvement.
  • Maintain regular attendance.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid Texas teaching certi?cate with required endorsements: Early Childhood.
OHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard, smart board and other classroom technology.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds, including but not limited to: books, paper and instructional materials/supplies.
  • This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling and/or the ability to be mobile.
  • Ability to travel throughout the district and city as needed by means of personal/private or public transportation in compliance with the state's department of motor vehicle and/or public transportation laws.
EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Ability to build and sustain positive, collaborative relationships both internally and externally
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local educational goals, objectives, accountability and compliance
  • Knowledge of learning theory, program planning, curriculum and technology integration in the classroom and management of instructional programs
  • Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements in area of responsibility
  • Ability to interpret laws, rules, and policies
  • Ability to plan and present information to a variety of audiences
  • Ability to facilitate various size groups using facilitative leadership skills
  • Skills in written and oral communication, planning, and organization
  • Knowledge of current trends, methods, research, and technology in area of responsibility
  • In-depth knowledge of assigned program and service area
  • Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, the employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the employer.

I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and the employer has a similar right.

Signature Print Date

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

This description describes the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. Southwest Public Schools maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.

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