ESY PreK Teachers

**THIS IS A SUMMER POSITION. EMPLOYMENT IS SEASONAL AND TEMPORARY** PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Extended School Year (ESY) is a Special Education program for students with disabilities whose IEP team has determined that in order to minimize substantial regression and reduce substantial recoupment time a student is required to attend ESY. These services will be based upon the individual needs of the students per their IEP goals/objectives. REPORTS TO: Position reports to the ESY Director and the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services PROGRAM SCHEDULE: The instructional hours for students are 4 hours per day 3 days per week for 5 weeks from July 7 to August 7 2025. A PreK Teacher job description involves creating a safe and engaging learning environment for young children implementing ageappropriate curriculum and fostering their social emotional and cognitive development. Key Responsibilities:Curriculum Implementation: Plan and deliver engaging lessons and activities that align with early childhood education standards and the specific needs of the PreK age group.Classroom Management: Maintain a clean organized and stimulating classroom environment that encourages learning and exploration.Child Development: Observe and assess childrens individual needs and progress adapting teaching methods to support their development in all areas (social emotional cognitive and physical).Instruction: Teach basic skills such as identifying colors shapes numbers and letters and introduce foundational concepts in literacy numeracy science and social studies. Following students IEP.Communication: Maintain open communication with parents providing regular updates on their childs progress and addressing any concerns.Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to implement effective teaching strategies and support the overall learning environment.Safety and Wellbeing: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in the classroom following established safety protocols and procedures.Positive Relationships: Foster positive relationships with children and their families creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment.Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of childrens progress attendance and any relevant information.Skills and Qualifications:Education: DESE licensure in early childhood education is required. Experience: Previous experience working with young children on IEPs is highly valued. Patience and Empathy: The ability to be patient understanding and empathetic with young children is essential. Communication Skills: Strong communication skills both written and verbal are necessary for interacting with children parents and colleagues. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills are needed to manage the classroom and plan engaging activities. Creativity: The ability to be creative and innovative in designing and implementing learning activities. ProblemSolving Skills: The ability to identify and address challenges that may arise in the classroom. First Aid and CPR Certification: Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred.TERMS:Hourly rate of $40. Anticipated total of 80 hours including 1 hour prep per day for a total amount of up to $3200.00Payroll will be processed on a biweekly basis after receipt of completed timesheets in accordance with MPS summer payroll schedule.NONDISCRIMINATION POLICYThe Marblehead Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness sex/gender gender identity religion national origin ancestry sexual orientation genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or biasbased intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.