Early Childhood Teacher (ages 3-5)

Job Title: Early Childhood Teacher  (ages 3 – 5)

Primary Location: Basehor-Linwood Early Learning Center

Job Description:

Basehor-Linwood USD 458 has an opening for an Early Childhood Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The successful candidate will be able to facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts- skills and behaviors that contribute to the development of preschool learners. To ensure continuous improvement in state and national performance levels to prepare students for college and careers in a global society- and at every level. 

Qualifications:

Applicants should have or be eligible for Kansas Unified Early Childhood license. Experience preferred.

Reports To: Early Learning Center Coordinator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to implement 21^st Century Skills into the curriculum
• Ability to work a full duty day in the location or locations assigned
• In order to maximize student achievement- teachers should be able to assess student abilities as related to desired educational goals- objective- and student outcomes.
• Plans and employs a variety of appropriate instruction/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students
• In order to provide a general environment conducive to the learning process- the teacher should be able to manage the behavior of learners in the classroom and participate in the management of student behavior in other parts of the site.
• Continually communicates to students and parents (either in writing or verbally) instructional expectations- student progress or lack of progress
• Continually assesses the student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutions and individual reporting purposes
• Actively participates in and works with other program personnel in planning effective instructional goals- objectives- methods and curriculum
• Participates in professional growth and development activities including staff meetings- and in-service and staff development activities as required or assigned
• Assists in the documentation of student progress by efficiently maintaining and submitting appropriate records and reports
• Ensures that the classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive- healthful- safe and conducive to learning
• Fulfill role of case manager for early childhood special education students with developmental disabilities
• Oversee the development of compliant individualized education plans (IEP)
• Facilitate IEP team meetings
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and service providers on curriculum- scheduling and behavior management
• Ensure the implementation of the IEP as written
• Participate in Count Your Kid In Screenings and Early Childhood Collaboration
• Good knowledge of content- curriculum- methods- materials and equipment of instructional specialty to which assigned
• Good knowledge of student growth and development applicable to the grade assigned
• Good knowledge of early childhood program of studies related to mission- goals and organization
• Continually study and learn current research and theory
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students- parents and peers- including serving as a family advocate in the district-wide Family Advocate System and participation in home visits
• Skilled and effective in oral and written communication
• Excellent human relations skills
• Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the fast-paced- high-intensive work environment
• Ability to move around the room in order to effectively monitor student work and behavior
• Possess the patience- caring and desire needed to work with the students and parents to see that each student has the opportunity to succeed
• Take attendance and keep attendance registers- according to Board policy
• Know and follow Section 504 and IDEA amendments
• Be courteous and professional at all times
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in the work environment. This may require some lifting.

SALARY:             Based on USD 458 Certified Salary Schedule

EVALUATION:    Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy.

For more information about the Basehor-Linwood USD 458 School District and employee benefits- please visit our website at www.usd458.org.

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