Part-time Lead Teacher, Little Hornet Preschool

Williamston Community Schools • Williamston, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Little Hornet Preschool is seeking a Part-time Lead Teacher to create a positive and nurturing preschool classroom environment. This role involves planning and overseeing all classroom activities, collaborating with a teaching team, and ensuring the safety, health, and holistic development of children. The Lead Teacher will also be responsible for communicating with parents/guardians and ensuring compliance with state regulations for the Great Start Readiness Program and licensed centers. This position requires a commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based educational practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or Elementary Education certified with early childhood endorsement, or willingness to pursue certification
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the Creative Curriculum or Connect 4 Learning (C4L) Curriculum
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the My Teaching Strategies Assessment Program
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the Teachers Learning Together (TLT) concept of professional development
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Social, Emotional, and Behavioral (SEB) Supports
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Evidence-based literacy and math practices
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and public relations skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals with a desire to improve educational practices
• Successfully pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, administer, and oversee all aspects to create a positive preschool classroom environment with assistant teachers
• Work collaboratively with a teaching team of assistant teachers and professionals across the program and district
• Provide a supportive and nurturing environment that focuses on the safety and health of children and encourages their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development
• Communicate various aspects of the program to parents/guardians through email, newsletters, and other media
• Comply with state rules and regulations for the Great Start Readiness Program
• Comply with State of Michigan regulations for a licensed center
• Maintain yearly professional development as outlined by Childcare licensing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level