Early Childhood Center Teacher

Job description

Early Childhood Center Teacher

The Early Childhood Center, ECC, teacher is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the classroom program and child assessment. The ECC teacher shall organize, guide, and implement activities on a group or individual basis to further the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children. The ECC teacher is responsible for the oversight of childcare staff members and the overall care and supervision of children. The ECC teacher is responsible for ensuring a safe educational environment and fosters strong partnerships with families.

Duties and Responsibilities

Implement the adopted curriculum in ways that uphold its design and maximize student learning

Implement and continuously review student assessments throughout the academic year, using data to monitor progress and informed instruction to support student achievement

Demonstrates a commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive learning environments and authentic partnerships with children, families, and communities that honor diverse strengths, identities, and experiences

Use developmentally appropriate strategies to guide behavior and support self-regulation

Adapt instruction to support all learners, including multilingual learners and students with diverse abilities

Collaborate with other GSRP staff members and contribute to a professional learning community focused on continuous improvement

Maintain ongoing, two-way communication with student's families

Attend scheduled family evening events, actively engage with families, and represent the organization in a professional and supportive manner

Ensure the classroom meets all regulatory and licensing requirements including required child-to-staff ratios, group sizes, and completing all required program documentation and reports

Engages in ongoing professional learning, required training, and reflective practice to strengthen instructional effectiveness

Leads and supports associate teachers and support staff in delivering high-quality instruction and care

Serves as a model classroom for high-quality early childhood instruction, welcoming observation and supporting educator learning

Maintain confidential, accurate, and timely records on each child's development, attendance, health, and program participation

Prepare and conduct parent/guardian orientation

Plan and conduct home visits as required

Plan and conduct parent-teacher conferences

Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must be 19 years of age or older

High school diploma or GED required

A valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, Birth-K, or PK-3 endorsement required or

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university required. Major or minor in early childhood education or child development with a specialization in preschool teaching preferred.

Additionally, teachers shall meet minimally one (1) of the following pathways to be qualified as outlined in the Licensing Rules for Childcare Centers R :

Minimum of one (1) year of experience

Three (3) hours of MiRegistry approved training in each of the following areas: o Program Management o Observation, documentation, and assessment o Teaching and learning

Six (6) hours of MiRegistry approved training in any of the following areas: o Interactions and guidance o Challenging behaviors o Trauma informed practices

Works in a center that participates in great start to quality; or

Minimum of six (6) months of experience

Six (6) semester hours, nine (9) CEUs, or a combination to equal ninety (90) clock hours of coursework in childcare administration, early childhood education, child development, or a child-related field. Up to thirty (30) hours of MiRegistry-approved training may be used to meet these requirements.

Works in center that participates in great start to quality; or

A valid child development associate credential, Montessori credential, infant family associate credential, or associate degree or higher in any field of study

Three (3) hours of MiRegistry approved training in any of the following areas: o Program Management o Observation, documentation, and assessment o Teaching and learning

Six (6) hours of MiRegistry approved training in each of the following areas: o Interactions and guidance o Challenging behaviors o Trauma informed practices

Works in a center that participates in great start to quality

Required Special Skills and Training

Certification in First Aid and Pediatric/Child/Adult CPR within 90 days of employment

Knowledge of and ability to provide a high-quality learning program environment as defined by MiLEAP/GSQ state approved curriculum (i.e. Great First Eight Curriculum), Program Quality Assessment, and Great Start to Quality

Demonstrated skill working with diverse populations

Demonstrated listening, verbal, and written communication skills

Demonstrated organization and presentation skills

Demonstrated collaboration, team building, and problem-solving skills

Compensation

Non-Affiliated, 191 workdays, $50,000 annually, and a benefits package including health/dental/vision/life and long-term disability insurance, 18 holidays off, paid time off, and Membership in the Michigan Public Schools Employee Retirement System.

Application Process and Timeline

Internal and external applicants must complete and submit an online application at: (Job ID #33535) in order to be considered. This posting is open until it is filled.

Worksite address

wayne, MI, 48184, US

Who can apply

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