Prekindergarten Teacher

Position Title:Prekindergarten Teacher Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to:Principal Salary Range: District Salary Scale
Dept./School:Sunnyvale Elementary School Date: May 12 2026
Length of Work Year: 10 months School Year: 2026-2027

Primary Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI)
One of the following additional qualifications outlined in Texas Education Code ï½ 29.167(b):
Associate or bachelor degree in early childhood education or related field
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or another early childhood education credential approved by the Texas Education Agency
Certification offered through a training center accredited by Association Montessori Internationale or through the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education
At least eight years experience of teaching in a nationally accredited child care program or a Texas Rising Star Program

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to educate with age-appropriate language and teaching methods
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Student teaching approved internship or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials equipment and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations.
assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.
and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development
ongoing assessment of student progress in meeting recommended learning outcomes.
responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization
classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
in selecting books equipment and other instructional materials.
maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.

Communication
and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.

Professional Growth and Development
in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other
district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment;
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
Environment: Work inside may work outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Application Procedures:
District Employees: Complete online application through Frontline Applitrack ( and Complete District Transfer form and submit to Human Resources
Outside Applicants: Complete online application through Frontline Applitrack ( and address questions to:
Ms. Sherrie Koerner Principal
Sunnyvale Elementary School
216 Hounsel Ln
Sunnyvale TX 75182