Early Childhood Education Teacher

Position Type:
High School/Career and Technical Education
Date Posted:
3/1/2024
Location:
Sussex Technical High School
Date Available:
As mutually agreeable
Closing Date:
3/13/24 or until filled
District:
Sussex Technical School DistrictPosition: Early Childhood Education Teacher
Location: Sussex Technical High School
Reports To: Principal
Starting Date: August 2024
Program Overview
Sussex Technical High School seeks an individual to be the lead instructor for the Early Childhood Education CTE program. The program affords students the skills and knowledge to become educators in Early Childhood facilities or continue further education to teach in an elementary school setting.
Candidates with work experience in an Early Childhood field can be hired as a teacher and are afforded six (6) years to complete teacher certification requirements if necessary.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
• Hold or be willing to work towards Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator License or Administrator License from the Delaware Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families (DSCYF) Office of Child Care Licensing.
• Hold or be eligible for license and certification as Skilled and Technical Sciences (STS) teacher in accordance with 14 Del.C. §1559. Use link to access requirements. http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/1500/1559.pdf
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university
• Two (2) years of college or technical training plus six (6) years of work experience of which two (2) must be within the last five (5) years.

• Be committed to Sussex Technical's mission, vision, and values.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Lead Early Childhood Education Career and Technical Education (CTE) program by recruiting students, coordinating with Department of Education (DOE) representatives, local colleges, and Advisory Board members.
• Coordinate with on-site early learning program administration and staff to provide students training and contact hours in the early learning center and monitor student performance when assisting in the Early Learning Center
• Consult with the program advisory committee for the purpose of evaluating and updating the curriculum and course of study.
• Deliver instruction in courses and content that prepare students for a career field of Early Childhood Education, including human growth and development and the basics of pedagogy, State of Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing requirements, contemporary issues in education, Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education, Exceptionalities, Classroom management, Developmentally Appropriate Practices (to include guidance, curriculum and interactions with young children) and use of the Delaware Institute of Excellence in Early Childhood Education training modules.
• Establish clear objectives for all units, lessons and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles, needs and interests.
• Use career-related and instructional technology to enhance student learning and expand learning opportunities.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis, provide effective feedback to students and use data to inform adjustments to instruction and/or student supports.
• Enter student attendance, grading and other required information in a timely manner.
• Supervise and prepare students for Career Technical Student Organization membership (Educators Rising) and events.
• Collaborate with the CTE Coordinator to enhance and expand cooperative education opportunities.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Participate in IEP and 504 plan meetings for assigned students.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: Ten (10) month teacher position.
Salary and Benefits: Pension and benefit eligible position. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience according to state and local salary schedules. Additional stipend available for advisement of Career Technical Student Organization (Educators Rising).
Application Process:
Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on APPLY ONLINE in the email send to advertise this posting. Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.
External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Job Opportunities" at the top of the website: www.sussexvt.org The following items must be included with an application:
• Current Resume
• Two Separate Emails/Letters of Recommendation
Application Deadline: March 13, 2024 or until filled
Disclaimer: The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements and to hire multiple candidates from one job posting.
For more information contact: Jason Peel, Director of Human Resources and Support Services, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947 Tel: 302-856-9509 or Email: jason.peel@sussexvt.k12.de.us
Employment with the Sussex Technical School District is contingent upon successful:

• Determination of Suitability based on Criminal Background Check and Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Ability to Perform Essential Job Functions
• Agreement to Receive Direct Deposit of Paychecks
• Board of Education Approval

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.
The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.
If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947. Telephone (302) 856-9509.