Preschool Teacher

Preschool TeacherJob Category: MISC JOB FAMILY Requisition Number: PRESC001385Full-Time, On-site Ypsilanti, MI 48198, USADescriptionGreat Start Readiness Program (GSRP), Lead TeacherFull-Time, Non-union, at-will positionPosition Summary: The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing, and instructing 4-year olds, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining program quality and documentation as outlined in the GSRP implementation Manual, Preschool Program Quality Assessment (PQA), and DHS licensing guidelines.Required Qualifications: Valid Michigan certificate with early childhood (ZA or ZS) endorsement or Bachelor's degree in early childhood.Preferred Qualifications:Teaching experience with early childhood/preschool children, particularly with at-risk children.Training and experience with research-based preschool curricula with knowledge of early childhood standards of Quality for Pre-K (ECSQ-PK).Certification in CPR and First AidKnowledge of current research on early childhood literacyKnowledge of the preschool program Quality Assessment (PQA) and its relationship to quality experiences for young children.Skill in providing effective learning experiences that foster academic growth in a developmentally appropriate manner.Work well with diverse families and engage parents as full partners in their child's learningAbility to act as a resource person for familiesStrong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and teachersMonitor the development of each child's skill using the COR assessment tool.Responsibilities:Implement developmentally-appropriate instruction for children using research-based curriculumFollow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelinesConduct screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide age-appropriate instructional supportMeet with Early childhood specialist as needed to ensure quality programming and maintain a high-level PQA ratingAttend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities as requestedConsider the associate teacher an essential member of the teaching teamCollaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision makingEmpower the associate teacher to monitor behavior and support the educational process in the classroomParticipate in home visits with associate teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational needs of their childrenOrganize and maintain records for grant and licensing purposesCreate and update anecdotal records for grant and licensing purposesComplete required progress reports and other paperworkParticipate in district recruitment efforts, including open houses and round ups, and assist in student selectionMaintain inventory of classroom equipment, materials, and suppliesSchedule parent/family activitiesDevelop newsletters and informational materials for familiesAble to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits, recruitment events, open house.Perform other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements: Employee must be capable of performing physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, bending, stopping, squatting, and standing for long periods of time. Work environment has a raised noise level.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.