Universal Preschool Float Associate Teacher

Lansingschools; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Universal Preschool Guest Associate Teacher to support a diverse student body. In this role, you will ensure the safety and engagement of preschool students while collaborating with teachers and families across various school sites. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a nurturing educational environment, where your passion for early childhood education can flourish. Join a mission-driven team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and be part of a community dedicated to providing excellent educational experiences for all students. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree or CDA credential.
• Experience with urban preschool students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of students and comply with preschool requirements.
• Build relationships with students and parents for a welcoming environment.

Skills

Empathy for students

Task prioritization

Relationship building

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring a Universal Preschool Guest Associate Teacher. This individual will help ensure the safety and success of students in the Universal Preschool program. Universal Preschool Guest Associate Teachers build relationships across school sites working to support teachers in ensuring that students are engaged and supported during lessons, and interact with parents and families. They are flexible as this position requires them to fill in vacant spots as needed across the Universal Preschool sites.

Minimum Qualifications - Must have one of the following:

• Associate's Degree in early childhood education or related field
• Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an existing 120 Training-Hour approval by MDE
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with Universal Preschool or GSRP students in an urban setting

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for working with and empathy of Universal Preschool and GSRP students
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders
• Ensure safety of students in classroom and comply with Universal Preschool and GSRP requirements
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

$20 - $23.95 an hour

This role traditionally works a normal 35 hour per week schedule during the school year.

This position works at various schools within the District.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).