Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Learning Center

Lead Teacher – Early Childhood Learning Center

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m.

Pay Rate: $25.96/hr

Job Type: Temporary; Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing classroom programs in accordance with the college’s policies and philosophy. The position reports to the Site Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom programs and curriculum.

• Support children’s individual needs, interests, learning styles and development.

• Provide daily small- and large-group experiences and outdoor learning activities.

• Maintain a positive, organized indoor and outdoor learning environment.

• Work with the teaching team and Associate Teacher.

• Communicate with parents and participate in parent-teacher conferences and home visits as required.

• Complete developmental observations, screenings, assessments and other required records.

• Develop a monthly newsletter.

• Participate in staff meetings, training, professional development and college events.

• Maintain confidentiality of children, parents and staff.

• Follow applicable licensing, grant and NAEYC requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Early Childhood (ZA or ZS) endorsement; or

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a valid CDA credential; or

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education with a preschool teaching specialization, or within three semesters of completing the degree.

• One year of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility.

• Successful student fieldwork/student teaching experience at a nationally accredited early childhood education center or Pre-K–2nd grade classroom.

• High Scope preschool curriculum knowledge preferred.

• Must meet applicable childcare licensing requirements.

• Ability to read, write and speak English.

• Ability to lift/carry approximately 40 pounds.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.

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