GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher

COMPANY OVERVIEW

About Us

Academy 4 Lil' Angels is a 5-star rated (with Great Start To Quality) childcare center located in Sterling Heights, Michigan. We believe the early years of childhood are the most crucial time for learning and development. That is why Academy 4 Lil' Angels has created an outstanding program for children to learn in a nurtured, healthy, and safe environment. With the partnership with MDE (Michigan Department of Education) and the MISD (Macomb Intermediate School District to offer GSRP FREE PRESCHOOL.

Our Facility

At Academy 4 Lil' Angels, we offer an unrivaled, first class learning facility based in the heart of Sterling Heights, Michigan. Each classroom is purposely designed with several designated areas of interest to maximize the learning experience.

Our Teachers

For our talented educators, teaching is not simply a job, but a passion. Our teachers are the single greatest factor to influence children during the early years of learning and development, therefore we aggressively recruit and retain only the highest quality teaching staff. Our teaching staff are passionate, innovative, and nurturing individuals, committed to both the Academy and the children along families we serve.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

The GSRP Lead Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The GSRP Lead Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification
• Must clear full background check, TB Test and health screening.

Educational Requirements

• BA Degree in Early Childhood Education or currently in school for this degree with less than 5 classes left with official transcripts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person