NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION
POSTING DATE: April 15, 2024 – until filled
POSITION: Preschool Instructor – 9 Month/Full-Time at Shelby Hills Preschool (Sidney Classroom)
QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree required. Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) Early Childhood Intervention Specialist License required; OR Kindergarten Primary or Kindergarten Elementary Certificate with Early Education of the Handicapped validation or Prekindergarten Special Needs endorsement required; OR willingness to obtain the required licensure after hire per ODEW timelines. Successful completion of a physical, BCI/FBI background check and multiple database background checks as defined by Rule 5123-2-02. Must be physically capable to lift, carry and move children in a safe manner.
DUTIES: General duties include, but are not limited to:
• Assists the interdisciplinary team in evaluating students for determination of eligibility according to the Operating Standards for the Ohio Educational Agencies Serving Children with Disabilities.
• Assesses student’s current status in relation to the curriculum, evaluates and formulates new Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals/objectives.
• Develops instructional procedures & methodologies based on the IEP and the learning characteristics of the student.
• Implements instructional activities that are developmentally appropriate in a setting that fosters independence, decision making, self-control, communication, socialization, and functional skills.
• Conducts parent teacher conferences and maintains ongoing communication with parents.
• Assures student safety in the classroom, on the playground and during student drop-off and pick-up.
• Works with a classroom assistant to develop activities and implement IEP’s for the students.
• Directs the assistant in other classroom duties that are required for the health, safety, and welfare of the students.
• Maintains attendance and other records.
• Follows the curriculum as adopted by the school in accordance with the Department of Children and Youth (DCY) guidelines for preschool.
• Develops appropriate lesson plans and instructional activities in a play-based classroom.
• Keeps observation notes and/or a checklist on each child in the classroom to evaluate the child’s progress.
• Writes transition reports and completes school age Evaluation Team Report (ETR) information for students entering kindergarten.
• Attends workshops, meetings, conferences, and classes that will enhance the performance & knowledge of the instructor.
• Works with other preschool, childcare, and early intervention staff to provide consistent programming throughout the center and to provide smooth transitions from one program to another.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Preschool Supervisor.
• Accepts students who are entering the field of special education and/or preschool into their classrooms in order to provide them with the knowledge and experience that is necessary to educate more teachers in the field.
COMPENSATION: Pay starting at $38,707 (Bachelor’s) or $42,840 (Master’s) or more based on relevant experience. Benefits include State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS); medical, dental, vision, life insurance; paid sick and personal leave. Nine paid Federal Holidays and extended holiday period in December.
HOURS: Full-time Seasonal – 9 month position during the academic school year (192 days).
Monday thru Friday (37.5 hours per week).
CONTACT: To be considered, please notify the Board of DD of your interest via cover letter & resume and/or electronic application to Lisa Brady @ Shelby County Board of DD, 1200 S. Childrens Home Rd., Sidney, OH 45365, lbrady@shelbydd.org and visit www.shelbydd.org, click on EMPLOYMENT, click on APPLY ONLINE TODAY, complete the information in full and submit electronically to the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider