PreK 4 Teacher (26-27 School Year)

PreK 4 Teacher (2 vacancies) – Valley View Elementary School Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a PreK 4 Teacher for Valley View Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Essential Functions Plans, prepares and organizes lesson plans, activities and curriculum to deliver Pre‑K programs. Organizes, prepares and sets up learning environments that enhance and support lesson plans; teaches and instructs children in learning experiences, techniques and activities through modeling behaviors, play and activities consistent with the goals of the program. Meets and communicates with parents to discuss progress, observations, and potential needs to provide recommendations, referrals or to answer questions they have about the program or curriculum. Prepares and organizes calendars for curriculum purposes to keep parents informed of classroom topics and events; writes newsletter. Plans and participates in special events; assists with set up and clean up of events; helps plan and lead activities with families. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of community education rules, regulations and procedures. General skill using standard office equipment and applicable hardware and software; skill operating tools to maintain effective teaching; ability to create and maintain written and electronic files with a high standard of accuracy. Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports. Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and other community members. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in child development, education, or related field and minimal experience working in early childhood development, or equivalent combination of education and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbia Heights Public Schools