Preschool/Child Care
Grand Rapids
Posted 3 weeks ago

Preschool Lead Teacher – 3 & 4 year old

All Saints Academy is seeking an energetic, faith-filled preschool lead teacher for our 3 & 4 year old classroom starting immediately. Your primary role is to instruct and guide students in developmentally appropriate activities while using the Michigan Early Childhood Standards of Quality as guidelines. Helping students to be engaged in a fun, faith-filled educational environment is key. The position is full time (Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00) and it follows the regular school calendar. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and educational qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Supervising and interacting with preschoolers ages 3 and 4
  • Create and implement age appropriate lesson plans
  • Implement classroom and school procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge of school policies and procedures
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for all students and staff members
  • Promote the academic, spiritual, and emotional well-being of all students
  • Remain current on educational trainings and qualifications
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed
  • Work with a team of educators

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education with specialization in preschool teaching OR a bachelor’s degree in education with a ZA Endorsement on a Michigan Teaching Certificate OR a valid Michigan teaching certificate with a CDA
  • Those with lesser degree will be considered based on experience and/or willingness to continue their education
  • Demonstrated experience working with children in a classroom setting
  • First Aid and Adult/Child CPR certification (willingness to obtain if not already certified)
  • Caring and nurturing attitude towards children
  • Commitment to fostering the faith of the children
  • Pass a background and criminal history check
  • Virtus-Trained or willing to be trained prior to start of employment
  • Complete the required State of Michigan licensing requirements prior to the start of employment
  • Must adhere to all federal, state, local, diocesan, and school policies

Benefits

All Saints Academy provides a supportive and faith-filled community for all employees. Competitive employer sponsored benefits program and tuition discounts are available for full time and part time employees.

To Apply

Interested applicants should email an application and resume to Beckie Patterson at bpatterson@asagr.org

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