Position ~ Preschool Lead Teacher School year ~ 3 and 4 year old half day classes

Posting Date: October 15, 2026

Closing Date: November 13, 2026/Until filled

Position Summary:

The Preschool Lead Teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports the development of young children. This position plans and implements developmentally appropriate instruction using the HighScope curriculum, fosters positive relationships with children, families, and staff, ensures compliance with state licensing requirements, and mentors assistant teachers to promote a high-quality early childhood program.

Hours:

Full-time school year 33 hours per week MWF 8:00- 3:45 TTh 8:00-12:00 & 3 hour planning

Compensation:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour, depending on education experience and qualifications

Requirements:

Bachelors or Associate Degree in Child Development or related field
Adhere to policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook
Create a safe environment for each child and carry out proper procedures in the event of an emergency
Relate well to children, co-workers, and parents
Knowledge of children's physical, emotional and developmental patterns
Create an atmosphere of appropriate guidance
Meet the physical requirements of the position
Experience in child care/classroom setting
Current first aid & infant, child, adult CPR certification

Duties:

Greet each child and parent daily
Participate actively with the children
Demonstrate appropriate and reasonable behavior expectations
Actively supervise outdoor play
Support and maintain a clean and organized environment both indoors and out
Remain aware of all children even when dealing with an individual child or small group
Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
Create a positive and proactive partnership with parents
Follow and meet licensing regulations and guidelines
Complete professional development requirements of the position
Implement HighScope curriculum in the classroom
Completes developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans and monthly newsletters
Complete COR assessment for each student 2 times per year
Mentor assistant teachers for professional growth and development

Professionalism:

Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
Present a professional demeanor and appearance
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skill

Method of Application

Internal Applicants: Submit a letter of interest to Gina Benson at bensong@dexterschools.org and Barb Leonard at leonardb@dexterschools.org. External candidates - Must complete the online application located on the Dexter Community Schools website.

Please note:

Position will be paid and hired through:

EduStaff 4120 Brockton Dr SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49512

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Preschool Lead Teacher - Jenkins ECLC