Teacher - NMCAA Preschool - Chums 2 Plaza

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused agency is seeking a passionate Teacher for its preschool program. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of children by promoting school readiness and enhancing their social and cognitive development. You will manage day-to-day operations, oversee staff, and engage families in meaningful ways. If you have a love for teaching and a commitment to nurturing young minds, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a schedule that aligns with school hours. Join a supportive environment that values education and family engagement!

Qualifications

• Degree in early childhood education or child development required.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with relevant endorsements needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage center operations and ensure child welfare.
• Oversee staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead family engagement activities and support families.

Skills

Child Development

Early Childhood Education

Child Care Administration

Family Engagement

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Child Development

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate (ZA or ZS)

Job description

Teacher - NMCAA Preschool - Chums 2 Plaza

NMCAA Head Start Teacher - Chums Plaza

Do you like summers off? How about mostly working during the school day?

Do you dream of promoting a culture of support and empowerment by teaching and leading our community's youth, while encompassing the whole family?

We proudly promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.

Purpose:
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.

Position Objectives:

1. Comply with and utilize the Head Start Program Performance Standards, Head Start Act, State of Michigan Child Care Center Licensing Rules, the Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Pre-Kindergarten, GSRP Implementation Manual (GSRP funded), Great Start to Quality, Program Procedure Manual Guidance, 5 Year Grant, USDA/CACFP/MDE Requirements, and NMCAA Personnel Policies.
2. Act in a manner that is conducive to the welfare of children.
3. Ensure facilities are conducive to the welfare of children.
4. Responsible for the general management of the center.
5. Oversee staff and ensure appropriate care and supervision of children at all times.
6. Develop, implement, and evaluate program and center policies.
7. Administer day-to-day operations, including being available to address parent, child, and staff issues.
8. Oversee child assessment and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the classroom program.
9. Provide remote services when necessary, to support children and families in a home environment.
10. Lead and/or team with the Family Engagement Specialist to facilitate family engagement activities.
11. Monitor staff and conduct employee performance reviews for each staff member.
12. Consider opportunities to participate in setting program goals and committing to making progress on an ongoing basis.

Essential Functions:

• Eligibility Recruitment Selection Enrollment & Attendance
• Education and Child Development
• Health
• Family and Community Engagement
• Services for Children with Disabilities
• Personal and Professional
• Record Keeping

Education:

• Have at least an associate or bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a ZA or ZS endorsement or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development with specialization in preschool teaching.

Additional Qualifications Required:

• Two semester hours or 3.0 CEUs in childcare administration or an administrative credential approved by Licensing.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a comprehensive background check.
• Ability to meet the State of Michigan and federal health requirements (medical clearance, mental wellness, and TB examination).
• Be suitable to meet the needs of children.

Obtain the Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire, dependent upon site location.