Teacher: PreKindergarten

Title Code: Teacher: PreKindergarten This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices. Additional Work Days/Hours Outside of normal business hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Established clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan. Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and instructional materials. Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development. Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results. Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including but not limited to, lectures, group discussion, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students. Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives. Counsels’ pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise. Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned student; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary. May serve on special committees. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, board policy and administrative regulation. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods. Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required. Experience None Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research and materials of instruction in field of specialization. Understanding of the teaching/learning process. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into curriculum. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Ability to demonstrate techniques necessary to instruct students in area of assignment. Ability to effectively communicate with diverse communities and develop outreach strategies to encourage parental involvement in student learning. Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations to include, administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents, and community. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). Licenses and Certifications Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Walking: under 1/3 of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision No special vision requirements Work Environment Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time Noise Level Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Weight & Force None: Travel Requirements N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 9/1/2025 Established Date: 1/1/2015 Title Code: C21883 Title: TEACHER: PRE-KINDERGARTEN Alternate Title: Teacher: Pre-Kindergarten Reports to Generic: Principal Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Department: Elementary Programs Negotiated Agreement: Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: I Days Worked: 191 FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt Grade: TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07;TG10;TCL Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 1 - Teachers) Essential Job: Months Worked: 10 Hours Worked: 7.5 Job Family: Educational Services Sub-Function: Teacher #J-18808-Ljbffr Anne Arundel County Public Schools