Substitute - Preschool Instructor

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Job Posting Title:

Substitute- Preschool Instructor

Job Description:

Responsible for providing classroom instruction and positive interaction with students and colleagues. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Responsibilities:

Plan and implement instruction consistent with the preschool curriculum and mandated components. Cooperate with the special education team in order to help special education children meet Individual Educational Plan goals. Cooperate with team members to develop and implement Individual Learning Plans for at risk students.

Communicate effectively with students, parents, and team.

Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students.

Maintain data collection regarding student progress/performance, including confidential reports and information.

Participate in ongoing formal and informal staff development.

Perform toileting duties and life skills instruction.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Certifications:

First Aid & CPR Certification- American Heart Association, Group Leader Qualified- Co Dept of Human Services

Education:

High School or Equivalent

Skills:

Position Type:

Substitutes

Primary Location:

Copper Mesa Elementary

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

0

FTE:

0.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

0 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$22.74 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate:

$22.74 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range:

$22.74 USD - $22.74 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans:

This position is eligible for paid sick time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

February 5, 2026