Classroom Teacher / Early Childhood Pre-K Early Learning Center Teacher Certificate: Integrated Early Child./Special Ed., Birth-K (112)

Job Description:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PRE-K ELC TEACHER

Summary:

The Pre-K ELC Teacher is responsible for delivering developmentally-appropriate, challenging and engaging instruction in the content area(s) consistent with his/her certification while developing meaningful relationships with students that foster a love of learning. The Pre-K ELC Teacher must build and maintain open lines of communication with families to encourage parents/guardians to become education advocates for their children.

The Pre-K ELC Teacher must comply with state and federal education laws and regulations at all times.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs
• Work collaboratively with Special Education Teachers and Interventionists to ensure children meet IEP goals
• Continually use data to inform instructional decisions
• Prepare and submit developmentally appropriate, on-time lesson plans for daily activities
• Provide a structured positive classroom which encourages students to think critically
• Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures
• Communicate effectively and regularly, orally and in writing, with students and parents
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment school-wide
• Participate in school-wide and grade-level data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share best practices and help improve overall school performance
• Ensure that student growth is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and program
• Establish and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships with students, parents and school personnel
• Assume responsibility for meeting school-wide student performance goals
• Satisfy professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, attending grade level meetings, and professional performance of all duties
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and leaders

Certification, Knowledge and Skills:

• Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 013, 112, 113, or 305
• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education or appropriate subject matter, Master's Degree preferred
• Aspire to master his/her content area or subject matter and be willing and able to receive constructive criticism to achieve this goal
• Be willing and able to offer and receive constructive feedback
• Understand that all work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part of the Board's and NBFA's organizational planning
• Fervently believe in NBFA's mission and be willing to work diligently to positively impact the life outcomes of our students

Benefits:

• Friendly work environment
• Health coverage includes medical and dental benefits (generous portion of premium paid by NBFA)
• Life, AD & D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• All certified personnel participate in the Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board ("CTRB")
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ten (10)+ paid holidays plus school closes year-end, for Spring Break and Summer Vacation
• Vacation / Sick Leave / Personal Time per Collective Bargaining Agreement

Classification:

Full-Time/Exempt/186 days

Compensation:

Per Collective Bargaining Agreement