PreK Leader in Training: Shape Early Education

Npfeschools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Paradigm for Education is seeking a passionate and experienced Pre-K Leader in Training to lead our early childhood program. The role oversees high-quality curriculum implementation and ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for students and staff.

Grounded in proven curriculum and strong instructional practices, the leader supports NPFE’s academic vision and works under the Chief Academic Officer.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree in early childhood education or child development and five or more years of relevant job experience in early childhood education (such as working with young children in a group setting, program planning and implementation, program evaluation, staff supervision/development and program management).
• Knowledge of the Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Birth to Kindergarten (ECSQ).
• Knowledge of the GSRP requirements as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual.
• Knowledge of the State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers.
• Formal training in the selected approved developmental screener (ASQ-3), comprehensive curriculum, authentic child assessment, and Classroom Coach of the classroom supported. Formal training defined by a certified trainer of the tool.
• Knowledge of the Essential Instructional Practice is Early Literacy: Prekindergarten and Essential Instructional Practices in Early Mathematics: Prekindergarten to Grade 5.
• Knowledge of alignment documents between curricula and the ECSQ
• Status as a Reliable Assessor/Certified Observer in Classroom Coach
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including experience in staff supervision and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
• Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding academic performance and preparing each scholar for excelling to, through, and beyond college.
• Develop and provide annual, data driven professional learning calendars for teaching teams.
• Demonstrate a relentless commitment to academic achievement and growing and developing scholars.
• Develop and communicate NPFE school systems, culture, and vision, and build and implement a plan to achieve that vision.
• Collect data to provide documented evidence of growth. Use data to inform decisions and model this practice for teachers and other instructional leaders.
• Ensure implementation and consistency of the NPFE academic model and alignment to state and other rigorous standards.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Staff supervision/development

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in early childhood education or child development

Job description

New Paradigm for Education is seeking a passionate and experienced Pre-K Leader in Training to lead our early childhood program. The role oversees high-quality curriculum implementation and ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for students and staff.

Grounded in proven curriculum and strong instructional practices, the leader supports NPFE’s academic vision and works under the Chief Academic Officer.