School-Year GSRP Lead Teacher

ODC Network•Holland, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

ODC Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to outdoor education and conservation throughout West Michigan. At the heart of our mission is the ODC Early Childhood Network, where we proudly offer nature-based discovery preschools in Allegan and Ottawa County. Our commitment is to provide enriching early childhood learning opportunities for children aged 0-5, fostering the development of social, emotional, and academic skills. The ODC is looking for a teacher with a genuine love for young children and a commitment to high quality care who is talented, enthusiastic, and motivated to be part of our team. This position will start mid-August and will work 40 hours per week during the school-year only. Teachers at all ODC Early Childhood Centers must be willing to spend time outdoors in all weather with their students! The School-Year GSRP Lead Teacher will provide a high quality, developmentally appropriate nature-based preschool experience for children ages 2.5-5 who are enrolled in one of ODC Network’s Early Childhood programs.

Requirements

Experience working with children and families
A Michigan teaching certificate with an early childhood endorsement (ZA, ZS, ZN, or ZO/PK–3) or A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development focused on preschool teaching or A bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education plus a valid Preschool CDA
Ability to pass a complete Michigan background check, including fingerprinting.
Current certification in First Aid/CPR, or willingness to receive training if needed.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to spend a significant amount of time outdoors each day, in all types of weather.
Demonstrated good character, responsibility and suitability to meet the needs of children with diverse backgrounds and learning differences.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor the safety and development of children.
Interact with students in nature and the classroom setting, engage students in learning activities, prepare meals and snacks, and maintain a safe learning environment.
Change the diapers/pull ups of children and manage potty training needs
Develop and plan age-appropriate learning activities, such as small groups/enrichment activities for individual children and outdoor activities, based on nature-based curriculum and philosophy.
Organize outdoor and indoor classrooms and learning resources.
Plan and lead large group activities, nature hikes, and explorations.
Complete daily anecdotal note-taking and required assessments through Teaching Strategies GOLD and PELI (Preschool Early Literacy Indicator) Assessment
Communicate with parents about their child’s development and daily experiences
Participate in staff meetings, staff professional development events, and other ODC Network events (some of which may be scheduled outside normal work hours).
Document child’s day using the Procare App
Maintain educational and training requirements for child care licensing and quality program assessments
Maintain educational and training requirements for preschool licensing and quality program assessments.