Description
Job Title: Pre-K Long Term Substitute
Report to: Overbrook Early Learning Center Supervisor
Location: Overbrook Early Learning Center
Level: Pre-K Classroom Instructor
Education: CT Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Endorsement 113 Integrated Early Childhood/ Special Ed. and/or 112 Integrated Early Childhood/ Special Ed. and/ or 065 Comprehensive Special Education and/or 165 Special Education (preferred MA) OR at least 12 credits from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood/ Special Education or equivalent.
This position is full-time for an unspecified length of time. The daily rate is $140.00 per day from day 1-40 and increases to $295.35 per day starting at day 41. There are no benefits
associated with this position.
Experience:
- Two or more years of teaching experience in Pre-K, early childhood education level;
- Thorough knowledge of current research and effective practices of teaching;
- Clear understanding of standards-based and differentiated instruction;
- Demonstrated ability to analyze assessments and other student data as a means for making instructional decisions;
- Possess strong collaborative capabilities and proven ability to work as a member of a team;
- Knowledge of philosophies and objectives regarding cultural responsiveness;
- Strong background in literacy;
- Bilingual (Spanish-speaking preferred).
Minimum Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
- Implement curriculum based upon the CT Common Core for ELA and Mathematics.
- Implement curriculum based upon national and state standards for Science and Social Studies.
- Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturities.
- Designs and implements a classroom environment that supports current learning activities and is appropriate to the interests and maturity of the students.
- Demonstrates consistent planning for classes assigned and provides written evidence of such planning.
- Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
- Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure. Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
- Directs the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
- Uses appropriate instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the abilities of the students.
- Plans, manages, and supervises the activities of instructional aids and volunteers.
- Promotes a strong foundation in language development and acquisition.
- Assists children in developing behavioral and social skill competencies.
- Recognizes the learning disabilities of students and refers them to the appropriate school system specialists.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities provided by the school system and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
- Attends staff meeting and serves on committees as required.
- Uses appropriate means for assessing the progress of students on a regular basis.
- In conjunction with peers and supervisors, participates in the updating of the curriculum.
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.
East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.