Early Childhood Universal Preschool Teacher (part-time)
Young World Physical Education, Johnston, IA, United States
Early Childhood Universal Preschool Teacher (part-time)
Johnston Community School District JELA – Johnston, Iowa
Job ID:
5654504
Application Deadline:
May 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
POSITION DETAILS:
Two positions available for part-time Universal Preschool Teacher for 4-year‑old afternoon classroom (12-4pm).
QUALIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
Valid Iowa teaching license with PK-3 Teacher Regular Education/Special Education, or PK-3 Birth through grade 3 Inclusive Settings endorsement required.
Previous special education teaching experience preferred.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and staff.
Projects a positive image as an educator in the school and in the community.
Promotes a positive image of the Johnston Schools.
Respects differing points of view.
Demonstrates an understanding and acceptance of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, special needs and religious groups.
Uses discretion in handling confidential information and situations.
Actively supports expectations of student behavior outside of the classroom during the school day.
Demonstrates a positive attitude and manages stress in a constructive manner.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students.
Contributes to creating a positive work environment.
Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality.
Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day.
Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job.
Works independently and with confidence.
Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.
Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS
Teaching to local curriculum standards
Curriculum is presented from whole to part with an emphasis on what students should know and be able to do.
Communicates learning goals to students and parents.
Incorporates, on a regular basis, activities for students which require applications of learning.
Creates a classroom environment that promotes learning
Establishes fair and appropriate classroom rules.
Corrects inappropriate behavior in an appropriate and timely manner.
Reinforces positive behaviors.
Consistent in expectations concerning student behaviors.
Establishes and maintains rapport with students.
Demonstrates appropriate instructional preparation
Uses knowledge of students to design educational experiences.
Has materials prepared prior to the beginning of class.
Lessons align with the district standards and assessments.
Designs lessons that are appropriate to age level and student interest.
Lesson design is logical and provides for a clearly understood flow of learning.
Designs educational experiences that utilize district provided technologies.
Uses effective instructional techniques
Uses instructional time effectively.
Both group and individual instruction are used on a regular basis with limited use of large group lecture.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and strategies including multi-sensory approaches, appropriate questioning and modelling, role playing, self‑teaching and activity‑based learning.
Utilizes a variety of instructional resources outside of the textbook.
Classroom technology is an integrated part of the teaching and learning process.
Modifies lesson plans and instructional techniques as required by student learning needs.
Instructional techniques provide all students the opportunity to learn.
Instruction is free of cultural, religious, ethnic or gender bias.
Responds in a positive and constructive manner to student questions.
Provides students with opportunities for success.
Models and promotes honesty, respect for people and property, responsibility for personal and group actions, personal integrity and the value of hard work.
Uses effective assessment strategies
Assessments directly relate to core curricular concepts and are an integral part of teaching and learning.
Assessment of student progress includes both traditional and alternative assessment measures.
Assessment is interwoven with learning and occurs on an ongoing basis. Assessment is not solely an end product.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth
Keeps current with appropriate teaching content and instructional techniques and strategies (e.g., participation in professional organizations, workshops and conferences, including the development of technology skills).
Applies knowledge gained through professional growth to the classroom.
Contributes and participates in a positive manner to building and district professional growth opportunities.
Works collegially to select and implement building and district goals.
Remains informed on building and district policies and works cooperatively toward their implementation.
Participates, when appropriate, in curriculum development and building/district assignments.
Meets responsibilities beyond the school day related to school functions.
Maintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilities.
Assumes leadership roles (committee participation, department chairs, curriculum review, etc.).
Terms of Employment:
194‑day contract
Position Type:
Full‑Time
Salary:
$26,916 to $45,944 Per Year
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
Special Education > General Special Education
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree preferred.
Contact Information
Joy Duea Palmer, Director of Early Childhood
JELA
Phone: 5157275352
Email: jpalmer@johnston.k12.ia.us
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Johnston Community School District JELA – Johnston, Iowa
Job ID:
5654504
Application Deadline:
May 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
POSITION DETAILS:
Two positions available for part-time Universal Preschool Teacher for 4-year‑old afternoon classroom (12-4pm).
QUALIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
Valid Iowa teaching license with PK-3 Teacher Regular Education/Special Education, or PK-3 Birth through grade 3 Inclusive Settings endorsement required.
Previous special education teaching experience preferred.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and staff.
Projects a positive image as an educator in the school and in the community.
Promotes a positive image of the Johnston Schools.
Respects differing points of view.
Demonstrates an understanding and acceptance of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, special needs and religious groups.
Uses discretion in handling confidential information and situations.
Actively supports expectations of student behavior outside of the classroom during the school day.
Demonstrates a positive attitude and manages stress in a constructive manner.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
PERSONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students.
Contributes to creating a positive work environment.
Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality.
Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day.
Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job.
Works independently and with confidence.
Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.
Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS
Teaching to local curriculum standards
Curriculum is presented from whole to part with an emphasis on what students should know and be able to do.
Communicates learning goals to students and parents.
Incorporates, on a regular basis, activities for students which require applications of learning.
Creates a classroom environment that promotes learning
Establishes fair and appropriate classroom rules.
Corrects inappropriate behavior in an appropriate and timely manner.
Reinforces positive behaviors.
Consistent in expectations concerning student behaviors.
Establishes and maintains rapport with students.
Demonstrates appropriate instructional preparation
Uses knowledge of students to design educational experiences.
Has materials prepared prior to the beginning of class.
Lessons align with the district standards and assessments.
Designs lessons that are appropriate to age level and student interest.
Lesson design is logical and provides for a clearly understood flow of learning.
Designs educational experiences that utilize district provided technologies.
Uses effective instructional techniques
Uses instructional time effectively.
Both group and individual instruction are used on a regular basis with limited use of large group lecture.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and strategies including multi-sensory approaches, appropriate questioning and modelling, role playing, self‑teaching and activity‑based learning.
Utilizes a variety of instructional resources outside of the textbook.
Classroom technology is an integrated part of the teaching and learning process.
Modifies lesson plans and instructional techniques as required by student learning needs.
Instructional techniques provide all students the opportunity to learn.
Instruction is free of cultural, religious, ethnic or gender bias.
Responds in a positive and constructive manner to student questions.
Provides students with opportunities for success.
Models and promotes honesty, respect for people and property, responsibility for personal and group actions, personal integrity and the value of hard work.
Uses effective assessment strategies
Assessments directly relate to core curricular concepts and are an integral part of teaching and learning.
Assessment of student progress includes both traditional and alternative assessment measures.
Assessment is interwoven with learning and occurs on an ongoing basis. Assessment is not solely an end product.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth
Keeps current with appropriate teaching content and instructional techniques and strategies (e.g., participation in professional organizations, workshops and conferences, including the development of technology skills).
Applies knowledge gained through professional growth to the classroom.
Contributes and participates in a positive manner to building and district professional growth opportunities.
Works collegially to select and implement building and district goals.
Remains informed on building and district policies and works cooperatively toward their implementation.
Participates, when appropriate, in curriculum development and building/district assignments.
Meets responsibilities beyond the school day related to school functions.
Maintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilities.
Assumes leadership roles (committee participation, department chairs, curriculum review, etc.).
Terms of Employment:
194‑day contract
Position Type:
Full‑Time
Salary:
$26,916 to $45,944 Per Year
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
Special Education > General Special Education
Equal Opportunity Employer
All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree preferred.
Contact Information
Joy Duea Palmer, Director of Early Childhood
JELA
Phone: 5157275352
Email: jpalmer@johnston.k12.ia.us
#J-18808-Ljbffr