Early Childhood Educator - Pre-K Teacher

Overview:

We are seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Early Childhood Educator - Pre-K Teacher to provide a high-quality learning experience for four-year-olds and engage with families in our Pre-K program.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and regularly modify the classroom learning environment to meet the developmental needs of young children for engaged learning opportunities.

• Create and implement an integrated curriculum that addresses the learning needs of four-year-old children across all developmental domains (Social/Emotional, Language, Motor, Cognition).
• Implement state required documents and processes for home visits, student portfolio assessment documentation and data reporting, lesson plans, and family-teacher conference summary sheet.
• Conduct developmental screening on all PreK children and provide parent education on the developmental milestones of young children.
• Plan and implement activities with parents to strengthen their role in their child's education.
• Establish communication with early childhood community-based programs, other early childhood district-based programs, and with kindergarten teachers.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills in keeping student data and anecdotal records on students' learning progress.
• Participate in mandatory NM PreK professional development opportunities and District early childhood professional development events.
• Articulate the NM PreK program philosophies, procedures, and early learning outcomes as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field • Valid NM Teacher's license appropriate to teaching assignment (250 Birth - 3rd Grade, 251 Birth - PreK, or 252 PreK - 3rd Grade) • Five years of teaching experience preferred in early childhood education and working with parents • *Benefits:** • Competitive salary: Schedule A • 190 days of work per year • Opportunities for professional development and growth • Flexible hours and schedule • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement and leave options Apply Job!