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TEACHER-PRE-K ACADEMY

Midland College

Job Description

Job Title- TEACHER-PRE-K ACADEMY

Position Status- Full Time

Classification Title- Professional-10 m

Work Location- Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX

Job Summary- Provide students with developmentally appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to be kindergarten ready.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Be eligible for the appropriate Probationary Certificate through a TEA approved Teacher Certification Program
  • General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Preferred Qualifications

  • Valid Texas Early Childhood Teaching Certificate
  • Early childhood coursework equivalent to a major (36 hours)
  • Bilingual or ESL certification or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire date

Essential Functions

  • Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required
  • Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences
  • Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Child Care Licensing, board policies, and administrative regulations
  • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved
  • Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with campus requirements and program mission
  • Plan collaboratively and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s)
  • Employ the use of developmentally appropriate technologies in the teaching/learning process
  • Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as requested
  • Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
  • Assume responsibility for duties and/or extracurricular activities as assigned
  • Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the program
  • Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
  • Establish and maintain control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies and discipline regulations
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students
  • Assist before, during, and after the school day in the supervision of students as assigned by the principal
  • Promote a positive work environment and positive staff morale within the school and early childhood program.
  • Participate with other staff in building a common vision for school and program improvement
  • Assist in orienting new instructional staff
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities
  • Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues
  • Plan monthly parent engagement activities in collaboration with program staff
  • Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members
  • Use acceptable communication skills (written, verbal, non-verbal) to present information accurately and clearly
  • Participate in the campus professional development program
  • Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement
  • Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics
  • Develop an annual professional development plan with specific instructional goals
  • Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
  • Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining, and filing all reports, records, and other documents required
  • Attend and participate in faculty and department meetings and serve on program and staff committees as required
  • Perform such other duties as may be assigned or as may be necessary for job effectiveness

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, and pull hands overhead
  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
  • Use of manual dexterity; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects; use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
  • Capable of climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, and repetitive twisting
  • Must be able to bend, reach overhead, and lift/move up to 25 pounds
  • The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
  • Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
  • Normal classroom environment; some outdoor work required

Security Sensitivity- All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary- $62,095 per year (annualized salary)

Max Salary- $86,358 per year (annualized salary)

Pay Statement- Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Number- P01289S2016

Open Date- 09/20/2024

Position Available- Fall 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire.
If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

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