Pre-K Lead Teacher

Stony Creek Preschool is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals for our Lead Pre-K Teaching positions for our Ann Arbor and Milan Centers. The ideal candidates will be able to develop, lead, and implement engaging lessons, as well as, foster a nurturing environment for children. As a Lead Teacher, you will also collaborate with families, and staff to promote additional growth and learning experiences for our young learners.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on children’s interests and aligned with early childhood standards, including; literacy, math, music/movement, social-emotional skills and other areas associated with Creative Curriculum
• Manage classrooms to create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment forchildren from diverse backgrounds
• Collaborate with families to communicate progress, address concerns and support child welfare initiatives, including two conferences a year
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress through assessment and observations
• Supervise classroom assistants, guide them in best practices, check-in with afternoon activities and support their growth as early childhood professionals
• Prior classroom experience working with children, particularly in a preschool setting
• Knowledge of child development milestones and best practices in preschool education
• Strong communication skills with families and colleagues that demonstrates professionalism, tact and dignity

Qualifications

• GSRP experience preferred, but not required
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood from an accredited college or university
• Ability to pass State of Michigan Childcare Background Check
• Proficient knowledge of computers
• Strong professional skills including, but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality and dependability
• Strong interpersonal skills to be able to work cooperatively with supervisors, colleagues and teaching assistants
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups verbally and in writing
• Establish positive and productive working relationships with families/caregivers while maintaining professional boundaries
• Ability to work alone or within a team environment
• Represent Stony Creek in a professional manner at all times in and out of school, including social media.

Work hours are scheduled Monday through Friday with specific hours determined by the needs of our program.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• early childhood or classroom : 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person