Family Literacy Specialist

PRESCHOOL TEACHER
CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent”, and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

Position
Preschool Teacher    – 8:15 am – 4:15 pm
1.0 FTE    – Starting August 2023

Provide high-quality early childhood education to children in our full-day Centennial Preschool program. Applicants should demonstrate a love for teaching, passion for serving early childhood students and families, and ability to successfully communicate with parents and fellow staff members.

Reports To: School Readiness Preschool Coordinator

Job Description and Performance Responsibilities
1. Using district and program instructional procedures, provide preschool education to children in the assigned classroom. This includes implementation of social-emotional strategies and supports, assessment, curriculum, and instruction
2. Attend professional development provided by the district and program, including workshops, presentations, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and Professional Learning Communities; implement the learning in instructional practice
3. Develop strong relationships with children to promote learning and partnerships with parents/caregivers to promote family engagement; conduct parent-teacher conferences and on-going communication with families
4. Collaborate with colleagues in a variety of ways, including planning instruction and collaborative teaching in an inclusive setting
5. Direct and delegate paraprofessionals in supporting the classroom
6. Complete and submit all required program records, assessments, and data according to timelines; record children’s skills in areas of language, physical, social, and emotional development
7. Promote a positive image of Centennial Schools and the Centennial Preschool program and
contribute to a positive, respectful, professional working environment
8. Demonstrate regular attendance, arrive on time, and follow assigned work schedule correctly
9. Provide a safe, nurturing educational environment for children, including those with special needs
10. Collaborate with parent educators who plan and implement parent education opportunities for
families
11. Plan field trips and on-site activities throughout the year
12. Collaborate with district lead and kindergarten teachers to ensure pre-K and K alignment
13. Meet with the supervisor on a regular basis/as needed to discuss curriculum plans, classroom
needs, etc.
14. Participate in staff meetings.
15. Assists in other capacities as determined by the supervisor and/or director.

Required Qualifications
• Holds current, valid Minnesota Teaching License in early childhood, pre-kindergarten, or
preschool
• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child
and Family Studies, or other programs of similar focus and content
• Holds a current certification in First Aid and Child CPR, or is willing to obtain before they start
the position
• Has knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood care
• Demonstrates successful skills in organization, verbal and written communication, and working
with children and families of diverse backgrounds
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of
programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations
Preferred Qualifications
• A minimum of one year experience in an preschool/early childhood classroom
• Experience working in inclusive settings
• Training and experience in early childhood evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of the school district
• Knowledge of Google Drive
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum for Preschool, the DRDP assessment tool, IGDIs assessment
tool, and/or Pyramid Model framework
Salary and Benefits: Salary according to the Centennial Kids Club contract. Prorated benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Internal and External Applicants must apply online at
www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications
process. Applications received until filled. Position is open until filled.
Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014