Early Childhood Teacher

Ascension Parish School Board

Job Description

I.

JOB TITLE:

Kindergarten/Early Childhood Teacher

JOB TYPE:

301 / 302

POSITION REPORTS TO:

Principal

PAY GRADE:

T-1

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

ASSIGNMENT PERIOD

182 days

II. SUMMARY OF POSITION’S PURPOSE

Develops and implements a program which ensures a smooth transition between home and school and introduces readiness concepts to the pre-school child.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION – Bachelor’s degree. Type C Louisiana teaching certificate. Additional criteria as established by the School Board.

IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides instruction to students by planning effectively for instruction, providing written lesson plans in prescribed form, delivering instruction effectively, presenting the appropriate content, providing opportunities for student involvement in the learning process and assessing student progress effectively. At a developmentally appropriate level, examples of this accountability may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Plans a daily program of instruction based on curriculum guides.

Provides experiences appropriate to the age level so that the kindergarten child may be successful.

Develops and implements curriculum objectives based on pupil assessments.

Assigns homework in keeping with student and curriculum needs.

Constructs and administers tests and other diagnostic material to identify individual levels of attainment.

Implements the Louisiana Components of Effective Teaching in all teaching-learning situations.

Participates in the referral process for 504 and IDEA services promptly and completely.

Implements all 504 and IDEA modifications as required.

Plans instructional program with other faculty as appropriate.

Performs management accountabilities by maintaining an environment which is conducive to learning, maximizing the amount of time available for instruction, managing learner behavior to provide productive learning opportunities and demonstrating efficiency in meeting obligations. At a developmentally appropriate level, examples of this accountability may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Submits student grade sheets to parents each nine weeks.

Requests and schedules parent conferences.

Confers with students regarding strengths and weaknesses.

Complies with all school rules and school board policies.

Assumes responsibility for the implementation of emergency procedures when such action is required.

Completes paperwork and reports accurately and on a timely basis.

Manages textbook distribution, collection and fee collection for damaged or lost textbooks.

Establishes classroom management routines.

Provides and endorses standards for the treatment of school property.

Reports child abuse or suspected neglect to the proper authorities.

Maintains a professional demeanor by performing non-instructional duties, assuming responsibility for meaningful professional growth, sharing responsibility for school improvement and demonstrating proficiency in oral and written communications. Examples of this accountability include, but are not limited to, the following:

Cooperates with principals and supervisors during supervisory visits.

Participates in parish wide in-service training.

Participates in professional organizations.

Supports PTA and other school functions.

Attends faculty meetings, parent/teacher organization meetings and other school functions.

Performs assigned duties with respect to recess and library periods.

Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Schedules and/or attends conferences with parents. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.

Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system.

Teachers shall be expected to perform the following duties, along with the completion of corresponding documents, forms, and reports:

Instructional Components

Fulfill duties traditionally expected of those in supervisory positions

Lesson Plans

Instruction

Collaborate with colleagues and departments

Grade papers

Take and record attendance

Enter/Average grades

Maintain positive and timely interaction with parents relative to the performance or conduct of students assigned to the teacher

Supervision

Supervision of students when students are on or off campus at a school related/sponsored event

Supervision of students prior to school and/or drop-off, when assigned

Supervision of students in the classroom

Supervision of students between classes, during recess/intermission, during lunch, assemblies

Supervision of students after school and/or pick-up, when assigned

Non-instructional Components

Attend meetings generally associated with the instructions of students

Attend faculty, staff, and department meetings

Attend training sessions

Attend IEP meetings

Attend parent-teacher conferences

Attend back-to-school and open-house events

Attend graduation

Attend PGP, PIP, Evaluation, Observation, IAP, and student discipline meetings/hearings

Attend school board/committee meetings, upon request

Extracurricular Activities

Attend/work concessions/gates of no more than 15 athletic events per school year as requested by the principal or designee

Attend all meetings and functions of those activities, clubs, or groups of which the employee is a sponsor

Performs other duties as required.

NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to change this description at its discretion.

SIGNATURES:

Supervisor

Date

Employee

This job description was approved by the Ascension Parish School Board on: June 25, 2024.