Head Teacher Michigan State University Child Development Laboratories · Lansing, MI 10/15/2026

BlackRomance; Lansing (MI); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Michigan State University Child Development Laboratory in Lansing seeks a CDL Head Teacher to provide high-quality early care and education for infants and toddlers, in compliance with licensing and credentialing requirements.

The role involves planning and evaluating developmentally appropriate programs, supervising staff and MSU Lab students, coordinating with HDFS faculty, and maintaining professional conduct per the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

Formación

• Master's degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Strong planning, organization, time management, and written/verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality early care and education in a classroom setting in accordance with licensing and credentialing requirements.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate a developmentally appropriate program.
• Work with current and prospective families, including arranging and conducting conferences.
• Oversee the implementation of HDFS lab coursework in the classroom; connect lecture material to the classroom, observe lesson implementation, and provide feedback.
• Maintain professional conduct per NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Other tasks as assigned by Assistant Director.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Educación

Master's degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Descripción del empleo

Lansing, MI Full Time Education Posted 10/15/2026

Position Summary

The CDL Head Teacher will work with infants and toddlers at the Michigan State University Child Development Laboratory in the department of Human Development and Family Studies. The Head Teacher will provide high-quality early care and education in a classroom setting, according to state licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities include planning, implementing and evaluating a developmentally appropriate program, supervision of support staff, oversight of MSU Lab students in the classroom, including carrying out pre and post sessions, providing feedback on assignment implementation and working directly with HDFS faculty on grading, working with families, and the ability to maintain professional conduct per NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

Distribution of Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early care and education in a classroom setting, according to state licensing and credentialing requirements.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate a developmentally appropriate program
• Work with current and prospective families, including arranging and conducting conferences
• Oversee the implementation of HDFS lab coursework in the classroom; working directly with students to connect lecture material to the classroom, observing lesson implementation, providing feedback, and working directly with the HDFS Instructor of Record on grading
• Maintain professional conduct per NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
• Other tasks as assigned by Assistant Director

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Degree

Masters -Child Development or Early Childhood Ed.

Desired Degree

Other -Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

Minimum Requirements

A Masters degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field and CPR/First Aid certification is required. The candidate must also have demonstrated experience supporting individuals in developing effective planning, organization, time management, and task management, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Child and adult CPR and First Aid;
• ability to maintain professional conduct per NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct;
• experience providing childcare to children- birth to three years;
• knowledge of infant/toddler development and facilitation of growth and learning;
• ability to establish high quality relationships with children and families.