2024-2025 SPED SUN Kids Special Needs Preschool Teacher - James P. Lee ECLC

Functions

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.

Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : applying assessment instruments;

operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and / or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and / or facilitate group discussions;
• and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : appropriate codes, policies, regulations and / or laws;

age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; behavioral management strategies; methods of instruction and training.

• ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and / or events; gather, collate, and / or classify data;
• and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances;
• work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and / or groups;

work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.

Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.

Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : establishing and maintaining constructive relationships;

adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include : working under limited supervision using standardized practices and / or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit;

utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

W o r k Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.

Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and / or illness.

Ex p e r i e nce : Job related experience is desired.

Education : Bachelors degree in job-related area.

E quivalency :

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Appropriately Certified in Core Content Area

SEI Endorsement Required

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

CPR Certificate Criminal Background Clearance

First Aid Certificate Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint CPI Certificate Clearance Card

or ability to obtain district

sponsored training)