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Pre-K Special Education Teacher

Employer
Madison County Schools
Location
Ridgeland, MS, US
Salary
Competitive
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:
10/21/2020

Location:
SPED Pre-K

Closing Date:
Until Filled


Applicants must hold a valid Mississippi educator license with endorsement code(S): 221 & 153. Send a letter of interest and resume (including references) to Mrs. Beth Haller, Principal, at bhaller@madison-schools.com

Job Title: Pre-School Teacher
Reports To: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY
The primary function of a teacher is the instruction, care, and discipline of students. The teacher is the facilitator of learning for students in this special Pre-K setting. The teacher is responsible for teaching skills and concepts that will enable students to function more successfully in contemporary society at the following levels: physically, intellectually, emotionally, and psychologically.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Possess proper certification and current licensure (Class "A") for the position as required by the Mississippi Department of Education in the field of the instruction to which he/she is assigned
  • Have met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Works closely with administration and staff to develop an appropriate instructional program
  • Develops instructional lessons that align with the teaching assignment and consistent with the adopted curriculum
  • Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students
  • Establishes appropriate plans for substitute teachers.
  • Works with specific program and special education staff to best serve the educational needs of all students
  • Attends IEPs and/or 504 meetings as required
  • Creates an environment that is conducive to learning
  • Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior
  • Communicates expectations regarding student behavior to student and parent/guardian
  • Monitors progress and interprets evaluation results of students on a regular basis and provide appropriate progress reports.
  • Maintains accurate and completes records as required by law and Board policy
  • Attends staff meetings, serves on committees and participates in professional development activities
  • Keeps a current inventory of classroom curriculum materials, supplies, and equipment
  • Provides learning experiences for student aligned with their abilities and interest levels which promote high expectations for all students.
  • Develops daily written lesson plans containing specific performance objectives
  • Monitors student performance by becoming thoroughly familiar with the student's records
  • Provides a safe and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning
  • Develops and maintains a classroom discipline plan aligned with School Board policies and procedures
  • Responsible for the supervision of students inside and outside of the classroom as required by school board policy
  • Assists in the selection of supplies, materials, textbooks, and equipment to enhance the learning environment
  • Strives for excellence in all school-related endeavors
  • Cooperates with local and district staff in planning and implementing system-wide goals and objectives
  • Attends regular and called faculty meetings
  • Keeps accurate records, utilizing test data to improve instruction, and provides students with feedback on completed assignments
  • Maintains a current teaching certificate as required by state certification standards and local district policy
  • Maintains good public relations with parents and students
  • Assists in continuing the development of subject area curriculum objectives
  • Maintains flexibility and be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day or when requested to do so under reasonable terms
  • Be cognizant of the rules and regulations, policies, and procedures governing special education programs within the school district
  • Be knowledgeable of the district's curriculum, Mississippi Curriculum frameworks, Mississippi assessment System in his/her subject area(s)
  • Participates cooperatively in the supervision-evaluation process for the purpose of improving instruction and student achievement
  • Assists other teachers, as needed, in the instructional process
  • Works collectively with other teachers in the sharing of ideas and skills
  • Performs all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to an effective school operation


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