Preschool Lead Teacher

Edgewood Early Childhood Center is seeking a dedicated Preschool Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, play-based learning environment for preschool-aged children. This role focuses on curriculum implementation, staff leadership, family partnerships, and compliance with licensing and program standards.

Responsibilities:

• Implement curriculum using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD
• Support children's social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Create a positive classroom environment that promotes independence and self-confidence
• Supervise, mentor, and support classroom staff
• Complete developmental assessments and maintain accurate documentation
• Communicate and partner effectively with families
• Ensure compliance with childcare licensing and program requirements
• Provide at least 7 hours per day of in-ratio classroom coverage
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and conferences
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or higher
• Experience working with preschool-aged children
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to meet all state licensing and background check requirements

Applications accepted until filled.

Pursuant to Public Act 68 of 1993 and Public Act 83 of 1995, selected new employees shall submit to fingerprints and a criminal background check at the employee's expense.

It is the policy of the Board of Education that the District will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis . The District shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d. et seq.; and 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e, et seq.; The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1210, et seq.; The Handicappers' Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.1101, et seq.; and The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.2101, et seq.; Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), 29U.S.C. §§ 621, et seq. Inquiries or complaints by applicants or employees related to discrimination should be directed to:

Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations
Okemos Public Schools
4406 N Okemos Rd Okemos, MI 48864

TELEPHONE: 517-706-5006

www.okemosk12.net