Part-Time ECFE Teacher

Part-Time ECFE Teacher JobID: 1946 Position Type: Community Ed/ECFEDate Posted: 10/12/2026Location: Delano Community EdDate Available: Dec/Jan 2026/27 Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/HideEarly Childhood Family Education Teacher: Delano Community EducationUnder the supervision of the Director of Community Education and Early Childhood Coordinator, the Early Childhood Teacher creates and maintains a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children ages birth to five. The teacher provides developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with early learning standards and supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child. This role includes responsibilities within both Preschool and Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) programs and actively includes parents as partners in program implementation to support student learning and family engagement.ResponsibilitiesDevelopmentally Appropriate Practice: Plans and delivers instruction aligned to ECIPs, supporting all developmental domains (social-emotional, language, cognitive, physical, and approaches to learning)Assessment and Instructional Responsiveness: Uses observation and assessment to monitor student progress, adjust instruction, and document learning outcomesSocial-Emotional Support: Creates a nurturing environment that promotes positive relationships, self-regulation, and independenceLanguage and Literacy Development: Integrates language-rich interactions and early literacy experiences throughout daily instructionPlay-Based Instruction: Designs engaging, hands-on learning experiences that promote exploration and critical thinkingFamily Engagement: Builds partnerships with families and actively includes parents in program implementation (ECFE-aligned)Learning Environment and Materials: Maintains an organized, developmentally appropriate classroom and prepares instructional materials (e.g.,manipulatives,, learning tools) to support instructionInstructional Support and Implementation: Guides students through learning activities, reinforces targeted skills, monitors progress, and supports implementation of lesson plansDocumentation and Organization: Maintains accurate student records, including filing, portfolios, and documentation for conferences and program requirementsStudent Supervision and Transitions: Ensures student safety and appropriate behavior across all settings, including hallways, restrooms, arrival, dismissal, and transportation routinesOperational Support: Completes classroom support tasks such as copying, organizing materials, and maintaining student filesHealth and Safety Awareness: Ensures a safe and supportive environment for all studentsProfessionalism: Engages in ongoing professional development and performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Education or Early Childhood Coordinator.QualificationsMinnesota Teaching License in Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3) or related fieldBachelor's degree and completion of a state-approved teacher preparation program requiredCandidates eligible under Minnesota tiered licensure system may be consideredPhysical RequirementsPhysical requirements associated with the position can be best summarized as follows: Light work, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.Note: This description is a general overview and may vary depending on the specific needs of the department or organization.Schedule: varying days based on program/class between MondayFriday during the school year, with the potential for classes in the summer as wellHours: approximately 2-4 hours, 1-2 days a week Starting Wage$32.46 per hour base. Additional compensation commensurate with experience may apply. Please consult the DTA Master Agreement on the Delano Public Schools website (under Human Resources>Personnel Agreements); Schedule E, page 52; Schedule E according to Master ContractPosition reports to: Early Childhood CoordinatorApplication Process: Apply on-line at https://www.delano.k12.mn.us/employmentQuestions:Abbey LangDirector of Community EducationDelano Public Schools #879abbey.lang@delanoschools.org763.972.6210, ext. 1101Delano Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer