Teacher - Early Childhood/Special Education

Description:

Teacher - Early Childhood/
Special Education
Position Details
Division: Human Resources
Classification: Certified

Terms of Employment: This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee
Salary Schedule, 9 Months
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

Position Summary
The teacher will create long-range and daily lesson plans to implement high quality,
standards-based instruction for all students aligned to the Nevada Pre-Kindergarten
(Pre-K) Standards and the Early Learning Guidelines (ELG) and the Nevada Educator
Performance Framework (NEPF). The teacher will create and maintain a culturally
responsive educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and
supports school and Clark County School District programs and goals. This teacher will
serve as the case manager for students with disabilities. This person will be expected to
adhere to the District-s Professional Domains and Standards for Licensed Employees
and will report directly to the school site administrator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be
supplemented.
1. Administer appropriate District curriculum, aligned with the Nevada Pre-K
Standards and ELG.
2. Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive, culturally
responsive learning environment.
3. Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning
condition in the instructional environment.

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4. Develop and implement daily and long-range lesson plans using research-based
strategies to meet the needs of all students, including but not limited to, students
who have been identified as at-risk and above grade level, students with
individualized educational programs (IEP), and English language learners (ELL).
5. Align lesson planning, instruction, reflection, and assessment practices to the
NEPF.
6. Analyze student data and progress with a balanced assessment system to
provide effective and targeted instruction and interventions to maximize student
learning.
7. Provide a classroom management plan ensuring student safety at all times.
8. Ensure assessment regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.
9. Develop a culturally responsive classroom climate that promotes positive
learning conditions.
10. Collaborate effectively and professionally with administrators, District and clinic
staff, parents/guardians, and the community.
11. Integrate the use of technology into the instructional program in accordance with
the Nevada K-12 Integrated Technology Standards.
12. Implement and act as the case manager of the IEP for students with disabilities.
13. Implement District adopted reporting system for the Pre-K Early Childhood
outcomes.
14. Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position, as
assigned.

Position Expectations
1. Demonstrates knowledge, skill, and ability to provide specially designed
instruction to students with disabilities.
2. Works cooperatively with students, parents/guardians, peers, administration, and
community members.
3. Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
4. Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, units, and
projects.

5. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with
instructional objectives in order to meet the needs of all students.
6. Participates as an active member with all faculty and staff.
7. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law and District policy.
8. Collaborates with appropriate staff on the development of present levels, goals
and benchmarks, and attends IEP meetings.
9. Maintains and improves professional competence.
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10. Communicates effectively both written and verbally.

Position Requirements
Education and Training
An earned bachelor-s degree from an accredited college or university.
Licenses and Certifications
1. Must possess or be able to acquire by time of appointment to the position, a
teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE).
2. Must hold or be able to hold by time of appointment to the position, an
endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE).
3. A valid driver-s license or state-issued identification card.

When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the
minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy
announcement.

AA/EOE Statement
Clark County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Clark
County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal
employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or
other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Clark County School District
we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative
solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a
culture of inclusivity we have the power to reflect the community we serve.

Job Revision Information
- Revised: 03/20/23
- Created: 05/14/10
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