Teacher

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TEACHER FOR GAINESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

POSITION SUMMARY

The CTAE Teacher (Early Childhood Education) is responsible for teaching the theoretical and practical concepts, strategies and techniques associated with the field of Early Childhood Education within the Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) framework.

The Gainesville City School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION: School Based

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

WORK CALENDAR: 190 Days

REVISED: June 2022*

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education or Child Development-related field required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: • Must hold or be eligible for a certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for the course(s) taught or be eligible to participate in the district's non-certification pathway.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of occupational experience in the field required.
• 1 year of teaching experience in the field of early childhood education or post-secondary required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of fundamental principles in the field of Child Development/Education and employability skill development.

• Knowledge of instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

• Ability to use computer based training software.

Time management skills for self and others.

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to the field of Child Development/Education.

• Knowledge of current industry standards in the field of Child Development/Education.

• Ability to differentiate instruction and assess student performance.

• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner.

• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.

• Knowledge of school safety and security procedures.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Teaches students the fundamentals of Early Childhood Education including the applications and laboratory techniques commonly used in the industry.

• Instructs students using effective instructional strategies such as research projects, group discussions, cooperative learning, project and problem-based learning.

• Prepares engaging and challenging lessons for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

• Presents and leads students in demonstrations and laboratory experiments utilizing appropriate procedures and protocols.

• Teaches the proper use of equipment and instruments and the relevant industry safety measures and OSHA workplace requirements.

• Prepares, administers, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

• Administers various types of assessments to monitor student's comprehension of content.

• Administer and/or supports state and local testing processes and policies.

• Attends in-person faculty meetings and professional learning sessions

• Examines careers in Early Childhood Education and effectively guides students through industry career exploration.

• Makes industry connections for the purpose of facilitating real world experiences for students such as classroom guest speakers, job shadows, service learning, and work-based learning.

• Assists students as an advisor for CTAE student organizations.

• Enhances course content in the form of remediation, modification and enrichment.

• Analyzes data to improve instruction and models instructional strategies which promote student achievement.

• Works collaboratively with Middle/High School teachers to vertical align curriculum and best practices, where applicable.

• Effectively manages the learning environment, so that it is conducive to learning.

• Maintains and monitors an effective learning environment free of hazard, ridicule and prejudice.

• Assists with student management throughout the building, grounds and/or other district facilities.

• Coordinates parent/teacher and student/teacher conferences to review student performance, behavior and other issues.

• Performs various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner.

• Complies with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, breaches of ethics, or any criminal activity of which the employee becomes aware.

• Effectively communicates with students, parents and other stakeholders via verbal and written communication.

• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Principal, immediate supervisor and district-level administration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Routine physical activities associated with a typical office setting.

Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities.

Vision, hearing, and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities a