Public Pre-School Teacher
Administrator: Director of Teaching and Learning
Reports To: Prospect Academy Principal/Building Administrator
General Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and implement the educational activities of pre-school children.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Associate degree in Childhood Education.
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Passing of a background check BCI and FBI
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Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards.
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Two years' experience in pre-school teaching
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Ability to meet all licensing and employment requirements established by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education.
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Previous preschool teaching experience.
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Valid Kindergarten Primary Certificate.
Job Description/Duties and Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards.
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Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success.
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Foster the development of early literacy, mathematics, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills.
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Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners.
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Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions.
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Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation.
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Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
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Collaborate with intervention specialists, therapists, support staff, and administrators to support student achievement.
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Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and intervention planning as appropriate.
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Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student engagement.
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Supervise students during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and field trips.
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Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives.
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Maintain compliance with all requirements of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW), the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and the district.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
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Warm and approachable in dealing with children.
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Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education.
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Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.
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Ability to establish positive relationships with young children and their families.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
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Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning.
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Proficiency in educational technology and data-driven instruction.
Working Conditions
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Preschool classroom setting.
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Frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff.
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Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in activities that require standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision.
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Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions.
Why Join East Cleveland City School District?
At Prospect Academy, we are committed to providing every child with a strong educational foundation through engaging instruction, caring relationships, and a supportive learning environment. Our educators are valued as partners in advancing the District's mission of Empowering Every Student, Every Day.
Terms of Employment: Salary:
20262027 School Year District approved compensation schedule.
189 Days
Application Procedure
Applications are to be completed via the on-line application process. https://www.applitrack.com/eastcleveland/onlineapp/
