PreK for All Lead Teacher

Genesee Intermediate School District; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Flint seeks a Lead Teacher for their Early Childhood program. The role involves planning and instructing preschool-aged children, ensuring high-quality early learning experiences, and collaborating with staff to maintain standards. Ideal candidates will possess a valid teaching certificate or relevant degree, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers the chance to positively impact young learners and engage families in their education.

Benefits

Discounts for tuition-based preschool and latchkey for staff children

Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Completion of all required documentation and screenings before employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement developmentally appropriate instruction using The Creative Curriculum.
• Foster positive family involvement and engagement.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Interpersonal

Communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Valid Michigan teaching certificate

Job description

Position Type:
Instructional - Elementary School/ Early Childhood

Date Posted:
5/15/2025

Location:
Central_Elementary

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Davison Community Schools

Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an Early Childhood Education endorsement (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement
ORBachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a specialization in preschool teaching

Experience working with preschool-aged children

Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Prior experience with the implementation of The Creative Curriculum is preferred, but not required

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with young children

Completion of all required documentation and screenings before employment, including:

• TB test
• Criminal background check
• LARA eligibility
• Completion of all licensing-required training and requirements

TB test

Criminal background check

LARA eligibility

Completion of all licensing-required training and requirements

Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance

Support daily classroom routines, including taking children outside in all seasons

Coordinate and implement developmentally appropriate instruction using The Creative Curriculum

Follow the daily schedule aligned with PreK for All guidelines

Conduct ASQ screenings and ongoing assessments, providing individualized instructional support

Foster positive family involvement and engagement

Collaborate with the Early Childhood Specialist to ensure quality programming and maintain a high CLASS rating

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other program activities as required

Successfully mentor, direct, and collaborate with Associate Teacher and Child Care Provider, promoting teamwork and shared classroom leadership

Effectively lead classroom staff in establishing a strong classroom community and maintaining a commitment to high-quality standards

Maintain accurate student records and documentation for grant and licensing compliance

Utilize the Smart Teach assessment tool to monitor student progress and guide instruction

Conduct two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences annually for each child

Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that supports the diverse needs of young learners

Flexibility and a willingness to continually learn and grow professionally

Perform additional duties as assigned

This position follows the Davison Community Schools calendar.

Staff receive discounts for tuition based preschool and latchkey for their own children.

STATE OF MICHIGAN GRANT FUNDED
LOCATION: Davison Community Schools PreK for All Programs are located at Cardinal’s Nest and Central Elementary School
EFFECTIVE DATE:2025/2026 School Year POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lead Teacher takes charge of planning, assessing, and instructing four-year-old children. This role encompasses full implementation of the PreK for All Program (formerly known as GSRP) in accordance with the PreK for All Implementation Manual, Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and State of Michigan LARA Guidelines. Working closely with the classroom team, the Lead Teacher ensures a high quality early learning experience for each child.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an Early Childhood Education endorsement (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement
  ORBachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a specialization in preschool teaching
• Experience working with preschool-aged children
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience with the implementation of The Creative Curriculum is preferred, but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with young children
• Completion of all required documentation and screenings before employment, including:
  • TB test
  • Criminal background check
  • LARA eligibility
  • Completion of all licensing-required training and requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
• Support daily classroom routines, including taking children outside in all seasons
• Coordinate and implement developmentally appropriate instruction using The Creative Curriculum
• Follow the daily schedule aligned with PreK for All guidelines
• Conduct ASQ screenings and ongoing assessments, providing individualized instructional support
• Foster positive family involvement and engagement
• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Specialist to ensure quality programming and maintain a high CLASS rating
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other program activities as required
• Successfully mentor, direct, and collaborate with Associate Teacher and Child Care Provider, promoting teamwork and shared classroom leadership
• Effectively lead classroom staff in establishing a strong classroom community and maintaining a commitment to high-quality standards
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation for grant and licensing compliance
• Utilize the Smart Teach assessment tool to monitor student progress and guide instruction
• Conduct two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences annually for each child
• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that supports the diverse needs of young learners
• Flexibility and a willingness to continually learn and grow professionally
• Perform additional duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position follows the Davison Community Schools calendar.
• Staff receive discounts for tuition based preschool and latchkey for their own children.

SALARY: Per DEA Master Agreement

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Director or Cardinal's Nest Director (if housed at Cardinal's Nest)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at http://www.davisonschools.org

The district reserves the right toselect the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and/or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 -- (810-591-0808).