The Licensed Special Education Preschool Teacher is responsible to provide for the educational development and well-being of each student served Little Cats Early Learning Academy.
Responsibilities…
Plans and implements lessons based on the Early Learning – Indiana Academic Standards
Provides direct and/or indirect services to students according to each Individual Education Plan (IEP)
Participates in the case conference committee meetings as the student’s teacher, providing present levels of performance and suggested goals, objectives and/or benchmarks for consideration by the committee
Monitors the implementation of each student’s IEP and provides progress reports to each student’s parents/guardian
Communicates with parents on a regular basis regarding the progress of their children, specific issues, and what is happening in the classroom in general
Designs a well-ordered arrangement and appearance of the learning environment within the preschool classroom
Conducts developmental assessments used for data collection and analysis
Establishes procedures of classroom management and/or process for specific behavioral intervention plans
Ensures the safety of preschool students within the preschool classroom and upon the rest of the school grounds
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Directs implementation of services provided by classroom paraprofessionals.
Attends staff meetings, in-service training, and assumes responsibility for continued professional growth.
Directs issues and problems to the appropriate person in a timely and appropriate manner.
Follows and establishes policies and procedures at Little Cats Early Learning Academy and Whitko Community School Corporation
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Complete all requirements pertaining to Paths to Quality accreditation.
Plan, organize and schedule priorities.
Discreetly handle confidential sensitive matters.
Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Tactfully and courteously, respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the co-workers, staff and community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in a positive and encouraging manner.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
Efficiently use cleaning materials, supplies and equipment
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements
Qualifications
Valid Indiana Teaching License with Special Education
Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems
Stooping/kneeling/crouching – constantly
Hearing and speaking clearly – constantly
Lifting (up to 30 lbs.)
However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary
Employment Requirements
Valid Indiana Teaching License with Special Education
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