Lead Teacher - 3-year-olds

Portage Public Schools•Portage, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs, teaches and facilitates academic and social-emotional skills to 3-year-old children in a classroom setting that is aligned with curriculum and MiLeap standards. Partners with KCR4 coaching team to implement support for all students in the classroom. Teachers plan and implement a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool children that promote developmental gains toward the attainment of kindergarten readiness skills as defined in the Great Start to Quality Standards, within an PBIS framework. Teacher professionalism in the classroom, with families, the community and with staff serve as a model of excellence.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of MiLeap policies and procedures and previous experience with these policies
Current and in good standing CDA Certification with Preschool Emphasis-commitment to for renewal or attainment of CDA within first 6 months of employment.
Previous experience in a preschool setting.
Ability to interact with a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff and the public.
Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
Excellent and reliable attendance
Proficient computer and document skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Valid Michigan Teacher Certification with Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Creates and implements curriculum and lesson plans that are in alignment with Creative Curriculum while considering needs of individual students’ abilities, learning levels and potential limitations.
Organize and facilitate conferences with parents/caregivers per the early childhood agreement
Implements students IEPs and follows all PBIS standards and frameworks.
Supports social emotional learning through curriculum and lesson plans through approved evidence-based framework.
Implements, maintains and facilitates program data and assessment tools to enhance student learning.
Maintains up to date and accurate child records for all students.
Establishes a safe and healthy learning environment that is developmentally appropriate for all learners.
Guides, supports and structures classroom schedules to support the teaching team in the classroom.
Maintains confidentiality and FERPA standards with all students and families.
Provides, structures and oversees all classroom management techniques and strategies to maximize a safe learning environment.
Work as the liaison for families and community members for referrals, resource allocation and services to help support student success.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Regular and consistent attendance.
Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Portage Public Schools Employee Handbook.