Long-term Substitute Preschool Teacher

(Long-Term Sub) Preschool Teacher: Delano Community Education Under the supervision of the Director of Community Education and Early Childhood Coordinator, a Preschool Teacher creates and maintains a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment in our play-based preschool program. The preschool teacher will create a positive, enriching, and inclusive learning environment for preschool-aged children. This role supports the DPS Preschool program, delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction and care that promotes school readiness and whole-child development. Anticipated duration: early January-end of May Hours: 7:45 a.m.- 3:15 pm Reports To: Early Childhood Coordinator Starting Wage: $32.46/hour Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate lessons across key developmental areas (literacy, math, science, social-emotional learning, and physical movement) Lead a classroom of up to 20 students in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment Use play-based strategies to support hands‑on learning and critical skill development Observe, assess, and document student growth using Teaching Strategies Gold Communicate effectively and professionally with families and colleagues Foster independence and positive social interactions through structured and unstructured activities Apply classroom management strategies that support a respectful, inclusive environment Other duties as assigned Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Education or Early Childhood Coordinator. Qualifications Minnesota Teaching License required, Birth-Grade 3, K-6 with a pre‑primary specialty, Early Childhood, or similar preferred. Bachelor's degree and completion of a state‑approved teacher preparation program required Candidates eligible under Minnesota tiered licensure system may be considered Physical requirements associated with the position can be best summarized as follows: Light work, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr Delano Public Schools, ISD #879