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Pay Range Minimum
Job Code:
 BJ115
Hourly:
 $17.16
FLSA*:
 Exempt
Monthly:
 $2,975
Grade:
 428
Annually:
 $35,700

*This is an Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid a salary on a monthly basis and are not eligible to receive overtime pay.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Lead Preschool Teacher at the Emory Autism Center (EAC) organizes and conducts day-to-day educational activities for children ages 12 months to 5 years of age, to children with and without autism spectrum disorder in an inclusive preschool classroom. Working with the program coordinator, develops appropriate curriculum for the classroom. Creates, organizes and provides educational activities and support to promote language, social, and adaptive behavior development. Supervises teaching staff in developing and implementing activity, preparation, set-up and clean-up as well as classroom environmental set-up. Monitors child activity and behavior within the classroom. Ensures compliance with state, university, and practice policies and procedures for all staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, special education, behavioral science, or related field preferred and three years of experience working with in early childhood education. Must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation and pass a background check. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Early Childhood Education degree/credential/certificate strongly preferred. At least one year experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities preferred.

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran's status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law.
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