Job Description

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title Early Childhood Family Education Teacher - 0.8 FTE
Department: Student Services
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Director of Community Education
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $46,744 to $107,076 Annually (Prorated for 0.8 FTE)

General Summary of Purpose of Job:
To enhance the learning of all children and parents, to provide the best possible environment for child's learning and growth through education and support to parents and/or children.

SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute ideas, plan, implement and promote ECFE classes/programs.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and coordinate curriculum, while accounting for a variety of learning styles, abilities, ages and needs of learners.
• Ensure learning materials and equipment are appropriate to the developmental level, needs, and interests of the children, in addition to development of learning centers.
• Prepare, establish and maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Use a variety of developmentally appropriate resources/methods during planning and implementation of lesson plans reflecting current research
• Use inclusive education methods and materials, plus develop and maintain resource materials.
• Use inclusive education methods and materials, plus develop and maintain resource materials.
• Ensure learning activities emphasize process rather than product and provide concrete, experiential learning.
• Set goals and plan strategies to promote learning through individual needs and interests of children and/or parents
• Implement positive guidance techniques and provide role modeling for parents.
• Clarify and summarize ideas expressed during discussions as needed, linking to reinforce learning.
• Observe, monitor, and record each child's development and behavior, as needed.
• Provide direction and support to assistants.
• Maintain appropriate records and respond appropriately to emergency or crisis situations.
• Participate as a team member, consult with and maintain communication with all staff, plus share ideas/content/information with other staff.
• Attend staff, community education, district meetings and staff development activities, as directed or necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education and experience required to perform adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Learning Education or a related field
• Current Minnesota Teacher licensure in Early Learning Education
  

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: (Identify licenses/certification required upon hiring:

• Valid Minnesota Teaching License or five (5) or more years of teaching experience
  

Licensure Requirement (State Law):
In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 122A.261, educators working in public preschool, School Readiness, and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) programs within school districts and charter schools are required to hold a valid Minnesota teaching license by July 1, 2028. Educators with five (5) or more years of relevant teaching experience prior to September 2028 may qualify for an exemption under this law.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK

• Current Minnesota Teacher licensure in Early Learning Education
• Excellent communication skills with families, students and staff.
• Sensitivity and compassion for the needs and issues for families and students with disabilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and presentation skills
• Strong skills in differentiated instruction
• Skills in behavior management and classroom management
• Skills in data-driven decision making
• Skills in technology integration
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with administrators, teachers, staff, and students
• Ability to meet the instructional needs of a diverse group of students
• Ability to promote strong student learning outcomes
• Ability to develop and maintain positive professional relationships
• Ability to analyze, prioritize, and implement plans in a timely and professional manner
• Commitment to professional development and continuous growth
• Demonstrated prompt, regular, and reliable attendance

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools

• HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental
• 403(b) retirement with district match
• TRA (Teacher Retirement Association) benefits
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off and leave benefits
• Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teachers' Collectively Bargained Agreement.

• Benefits are prorated for 0.5 - 0.8 FTE amounts

  *Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract.