Preschool Teacher

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Westerman Preschool in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree along with a valid Michigan teaching certificate. Responsibilities include evaluating preschool students, implementing educational programs, and collaborating with educational teams to support students with IEPs. The position emphasizes diversity and inclusivity within the workplace and seeks individuals dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for preschool children.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in education.
• Must hold a current, valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Experience within inclusive preschool settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate preschool students for special education eligibility.
• Implement programs for special education students ages 2.5 - 5 years.
• Collaborate with education teams to support students.

Skills

Teaching experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers

Experience with preschool children with special needs

Experience writing and implementing IEPs

Infant Mental Health training

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Current valid Michigan teaching certificate with Elementary Education endorsement

Current valid Michigan teaching certificate with Early Childhood (ZA) or Special Education (ZS)

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Position type: Elementary Teaching / Teacher

FTE: 1.0

Position location: Westerman Preschool

Salary: AAEA Salary Schedule

Reporting relationship: Principal

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Current, valid Michigan teaching certificate with Elementary Education endorsement required.
• Current, valid Michigan teaching certificate with Early Childhood (ZA) or Early Childhood Special Education (ZS); preferred.
• Candidates not holding ZA/ZS endorsement must hold a CDA (Child Development Associate) or be willing to obtain one within the first 3 years of the assignment.
• Teaching experience with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
• Experience with preschool children with special needs.
• Experience with assessment and evaluation.
• Experience writing and implementing IEPs.
• Infant Mental Health training. (preferred)
• Experience working within inclusive preschool settings. (preferred)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate preschool students to determine eligibility for special education or to update current present levels.
• Recommend and implement appropriate programs for special education students ages 2.5 - 5 years.
• Coordinate teacher caseload.
• Collaborate with general education, special education and Early On teams.
• Push into inclusive preschool settings (either in the district or in the community) to assist teams in supporting the needs of students with IEPs.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Language Skills

• Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written form.

Reasoning Ability

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Interact with the public and other staff as required.
• Apply knowledge of current replicated research and techniques related to sensory issues.

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to attend meetings in the evening and at other locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.