Tuition Based Preschool Teacher

Job Responsibilities:

•  Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each morning.? Speaks with each family at pick-up to touch base about the child’s day.
•  Utilizes Brightwheel to communicate with parents and keep records.
•   Engages in activities with the class; saves computer and planning for naptime.
•  Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family
•  Directs assistant teachers and caregivers to complete needed tasks.
•  Works with children on potty training and assists with bodily care routines
•  Maintains an effective environment for learning and care through the use of age-appropriate activities including but not limited to small and large groups, sensory, art, music, movement, math, science and literacy.
•  Encourages children to express themselves creatively and carefully observes children’s interest for lesson planning.
•  Notifies the Director of any developmental concerns regarding a child and follows protocol for referrals.
•  Understands and implements injury policies and parent notification as necessary.
•  Become familiar with emergency procedures and carry out necessary drills.
•  Objectively writes anecdotal notes and maintains a COR portfolio for each child.
•  Follows all rules and regulations established with the Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing of the Michigan Department of Human Services
•  Acts as a positive liaison for parents/guardians as they visit the school
•  Collaborates with parents and other staff to help the children control behavior by using a positive and consistent approach
•  Complete 16 hours of professional development each calendar year through the attendance of workshops, meetings and conferences.
•  Assists other staff with cleaning and sanitizing responsibilities.
•  Other responsibilities as requested.

Physical Requirements:

•  Ability to stand and walk over 60% of the work day in order to supervise children throughout daily activities, walk throughout the school, participate in Gym and Playground activities.
•  Must have the physical stamina to care for energetic young children.
•  Required to lift (7 -50 pounds), bend, sit on the floor, run and engage in other physical activities.

Job qualifications:

•  Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. Must meet minimum State Licensing Requirements.
•  Comprehensive background check, health and safety training, signed child abuse form and TB test on file.  
•  CPR and First Aid Training
•  Must be able to adequately carry out all above mentioned job responsibilities.
•  Work with the Director, Assistant Teacher and Caregivers.
•  Be punctual and in attendance daily.
•  Must be at least 19 years old.

Work Year:

•  Options for 9 or 12 months are available  
•  Starts August 25, 2025

Working Conditions:

•  Program hours are 7:15-6:00pm  
•  Monday-Friday 40 hours
•  Staff will work an 8 hour day within that time frame

Salary:

•  $17.23-$20.30/hourly
•  Hourly rate based on qualifications and experience  
•  Opportunity for quarterly merit pay, paid holidays, paid time off
•  Health benefits
•  Pension

 Application Procedure:  Complete the on-line application and attach the required documents. Direct inquiries to Sara Meier, Director of Preschool Services; MeierS@gpschools.org

Selection Procedure: Position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate must meet the State standard for a clear criminal history and provide a comprehensive background check.