About this role
Public Pre-School Teacher Administrator: Director of Teaching and Learning Reports To: Prospect Academy Principal/Building Administrator
General Responsibilities: Plan, organize, and implement the educational activities of pre-school children. Minimum Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Childhood Education. • Passing of a background check BCI and FBI • Familiarity with Ohio's Step Up To Quality standards. • Two years' experience in pre-school teaching • Ability to meet all licensing and employment requirements established by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education. • Previous preschool teaching experience. • Valid Kindergarten Primary Certificate. Job Description/Duties and Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards. • Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and student success. • Foster the development of early literacy, mathematics, language, science, social-emotional learning, and motor skills. • Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners. • Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instructional decisions. • Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation. • Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding student progress and classroom activities. • Collaborate with intervention specialists, therapists, support staff, and administrators to support student achievement. • Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs), and intervention planning as appropriate. • Implement positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies that promote student engagement. • Supervise students during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and field trips. • Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and district initiatives. • Maintain compliance with all requirements of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW), the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), and the district. • Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent. Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
• Warm and approachable in dealing with children. • Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education. • Excellent classroom management and instructional skills. • Ability to establish positive relationships with young children and their families. • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning. • Proficiency in educational technology and data-driven instruction. Working Conditions
• Preschool classroom setting. • Frequent interaction with young children, families, and staff. • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in activities that require standing, bending, kneeling, and active supervision. • Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions. Why Join East Cleveland City School District? At Prospect Academy, we are committed to providing every child with a strong educational foundation through engaging instruction, caring relationships, and a supportive learning environment. Our educators are valued as partners in advancing the District's mission of Empowering Every Student, Every Day. Terms of Employment: Salary: 20262027 School Year District approved compensation schedule. 189 Days
Application Procedure Applications are to be completed via the on-line application process. https://www.applitrack.com/eastcleveland/onlineapp/