TEACHER-GENERALIST (PRE-KINDERGARTEN)

JOB GOAL Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages studentsto develop and fulfill their academic potential. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements Meets one of the following additional qualifications outlined in Texas Education Code: A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or another early childhood education credential approved by the Texas Education Agency A certification offered through a training center accredited by Association Montessori Internationale or through the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education At least eight years of experience teaching in a nationally-accredited child care program or a Texas Rising Star program An associate or baccalaureate degree in ECE, Special Education-ECE or a non-ECE degree with 15 units of ECE-specific coursework Documented completion of the Texas School Ready Training Program (TSR Comprehensive) Be employed as a prekindergarten teacher in a school district that has ensured specific prekindergarten professional development has been met: Has completed 150 hours of professional development in ECE-specific topics over a consecutive five-year period; 75 of the 150 hours being in a mentoring/coaching relationship or; Completes 30 hours of ECE-specific professional development annually with 15 of the 30 hours being in a mentoring/coaching relationship until 150 hours are documented DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools. Models and instills a love of learning Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, and student needs Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning. Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students. Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs. Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom. Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies Attends department, school, district and parent meetings. Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees. Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. Prepares required reports on students and activities Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments. Takes daily attendance Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to educate with age-appropriate language and teaching methods Knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. Ability to analyze data. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting. Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. Position is in classroom setting and intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing. Moderate travel is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harmony Public Schools