Preschool Teacher

Position type: Elementary Teaching / Teacher

FTE: 1.0

Position location: Westerman Preschool Salary: AAEA Salary Schedule Reporting relationship: Principal Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Current, valid Michigan teaching certificate with Elementary Education endorsement required. Current, valid Michigan teaching certificate with Early Childhood (ZA) or Early Childhood Special Education (ZS); preferred. Candidates not holding ZA/ZS endorsement must hold a CDA (Child Development Associate) or be willing to obtain one within the first 3 years of the assignment. Teaching experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Experience with preschool children with special needs. Experience with assessment and evaluation. Experience writing and implementing IEPs. Infant Mental Health training. (preferred) Experience working within inclusive preschool settings. (preferred) Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate preschool students to determine eligibility for special education or to update current present levels. Recommend and implement appropriate programs for special education students ages 2.5 - 5 years. Coordinate teacher caseload. Collaborate with general education, special education and Early On teams. Push into inclusive preschool settings (either in the district or in the community) to assist teams in supporting the needs of students with IEPs. Regular and reliable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Language Skills Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written form. Reasoning Ability Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement. Other Skills and Abilities Interact with the public and other staff as required. Apply knowledge of current replicated research and techniques related to sensory issues. Physical Demands The employee must be able to attend meetings in the evening and at other locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ann Arbor Public Schools