Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, Special Programs Job at Wake County Public School System, Raleigh, NC

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  • Wake County Public School System
  • Raleigh, NC

Job Description

Overview:

POSITION PURPOSE:  

Plans and provides for appropriate classroom learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Responsible for supervising students in a variety of school related settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating/interacting with students, parents, staff and the community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, is responsible for maintaining appropriate records and following required procedures and practices as well as monitoring the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

  • Extensive knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, policies, and effective classroom instructional practices;
  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
  • Effective time management and organizational skills;
  • Strategic problem-solving skills, including the use of multiple data points;
  • Ability to prepare course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and the school;
  • Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
  • Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum;
  • Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity;
  • Ability to motivate and inspire students;
  • Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment;
  • Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environments;
  • Ability to maintain files and records;
  • Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school-based staff, students, parents and the community;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel, employees, and central office staff;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

  •  Bachelor’s degree in Education with appropriate subject area.

 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in a teaching content area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in a specific subject area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) which are aligned with the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS)curriculum and standards to assist in the continuous development of the learner.
  2. Ensures effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders are being used.
  3. Engages in planned continuous professional quality improvement for self, school, and the school district.
  4. Uses appropriate techniques and strategies which promote and enhance critical and creative thinking capabilities of students.
  5. Implements appropriate classroom instructional strategies and materials that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.
  6. Uses an understanding of learning and development and establishes a classroom management system that maintains appropriate regulation; creates a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation; supports the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students.
  7. plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in a variety of learning environments.
  8. Collaborates with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of classroom educational experiences of students.
  9. Integrates appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes.
  10. Ensures adherence to good safety procedures.
  11. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to use a variety of office equipment and classroom tools such as computers, scanners, fax machines, and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for sedentary work.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in an office and public-school environment and come into direct contact with employees, students, and the public.

 

EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/2023

 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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