Lead Preschool Teacher

Utica Community School District; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to manage a tuition-based program. The role involves planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate classroom, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and fostering positive relationships with children and parents. Candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and experience, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old and pass background checks.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom program and child assessments using Creative Curriculum.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Train and lead assistant teachers.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Record Keeping

Judgment

Education

CDA

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or related field

Job description

Reports To : Early Childhood Coordinator

Lead Preschool Teachers for our tuition-based program are responsible for planning, supervising, and implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom to meet the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of children. The teacher should be a team player, enthusiastic, nurturing, and have at least one year of experience as a lead teacher. Hours are Monday-Friday, approximately 20-29 hours per week.

Qualifications :

• Must meet one of the following education requirements :
• Valid CDA
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or a closely related field
• At least 19 years old
• 3 credit hours in Child Care administration
• Ability to pass criminal history and childcare background checks
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (must be maintained annually)
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Accurate record-keeping abilities
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities aligned with program goals
• Ability to assess young children using program assessments and evaluation methods
• Maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians and staff
• Discretion with confidential information
• Good judgment and decision-making skills in accordance with policies and guidelines

Responsibilities :

• Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of the classroom program and child assessments using Creative Curriculum
• Maintain a positive, appropriate educational program addressing social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans
• Ensure compliance with State of Michigan licensing rules
• Communicate daily with parents
• Train and lead assistant teachers
• Provide a consistent classroom routine
• Implement experiential learning activities to enhance children's intellectual and emotional development
• Provide positive guidance and discipline to support kindergarten readiness skills

Physical Demands and Other Duties :

• Frequently lift or move children up to 60 lbs
• Repetitively bend, stretch, and stoop
• Work on the floor with children
• Maintain constant sight and sound supervision of children
• Other duties as assigned

Pay starts at $18.75-$21.75, depending on education and experience.

Applicants must apply online at https://uticak12.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx. Please upload your cover letter, resume, transcripts, credentials, and letters of recommendation. Paper applications and emails are not accepted. Posting expires when the position is filled.

NONDISCRIMINATION : It is the policy of Utica Community Schools that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or disability. Suspected discriminatory practices should be reported to the Human Resources Department at:

11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or 586.797.1130.