Lead Preschool Teacher

Gretchen's House•Ann Arbor, MI

About The Position

Gretchen's House Child Care Centers is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to support young children's early educational experiences in a collaborative environment. The role focuses on creating a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive classroom that supports children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. The teacher develops and implements age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum guidelines, observes and assesses children's progress, maintains records, and communicates with families. The position also requires compliance with licensing, safety, and health regulations; participation in professional development and team meetings; and collaboration with children, families, and colleagues. The organization describes its environment as collaborative and offers opportunities for professional development. The listed salary is $46,593.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field; preferred fields include Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education/Early Childhood, or a closely related field.
Valid teaching certification or licensure for preschool or early childhood education.
Prior experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in a lead teacher role.
Experience working in a group care setting and supervisory experience.
Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate instructional strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with children and families.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to early childhood education.
Knowledge of the State of Michigan Childcare Licensing rules and NAEYC guidelines.
Immunization requirements: MMR, Tdap, Hep B, Varicella, and annual influenza.

Nice To Haves

HighScope certification is preferred.
Training and experience using the HighScope curriculum.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum guidelines.
Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Observe and assess children's progress, maintain accurate records, and communicate with parents and guardians.
Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues to support a collaborative learning community.
Ensure compliance with licensing, safety, and health regulations.
Participate in ongoing professional development and team meetings to enhance teaching practices.
Adapt activities to meet diverse learning needs and support inclusive education.