Preschool Teacher
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ST.JAMES R-I SCHOOL DISTRICTCERTIFIED POSITION DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Preschool TeacherQualifications:

Valid Missouri certificate issued by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in the subject area being taught

Previous related teaching experience is desired

Reports To: Building PrincipalJob Goal: To assist students in learning the appropriate subject matter, skills and/or attitudes that will contribute to their development as responsible citizens. Performance Objectives:

Participates in curriculum review and design

Employs a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives

Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner

Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction accordingly

Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning

Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required

Refers student for alternative services as provided by the St. James R-I School District (ESL, Reading, etc.)

Establish effective rapport with students

Formulate good relationships with parents and the community

Teaches the curriculum adopted and approved by the St. James R-1 School Board of Education

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil through the use of technology

Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere

Available to students and parents for education-related purposes

Plans and coordinates the work of employees, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips

Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student

Creates an environment for learning

Job would require DECA sponsorship

Comply with federal, state, local, and Board of Education policies and regulations

Other professional duties as may be assigned by the Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTEmployment is on an annual basis. The Building Principal makes employment recommendations in March of each year for the next fiscal year. The final decision is made by the Board of Education. Salary is based on the Certificated Salary Schedule adopted annually by the Board of Education.EVALUATIONPerformance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of MSBA Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff (GCN).