SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director – Early Childhood and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Teacher develops a high quality pre-school program (GSRP center-based model) for children who may be at risk of becoming educationally disadvantaged and who may have an extraordinary need of special assistance. Provides direct student instruction and coordinates the work of the paraprofessional. Works in a family focused environment with parents and other outside agencies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide evidence-based assessment, instruction and interventions that are matched to student needs using data-driven instructional decision-making, problem solving and progress monitoring through a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework to positively impact student growth and achievement.

• Determines application of the Creative Curriculum as appropriate for each student in relationship to his or her needs.

• Provides direct instruction in physical, mental, sensory, social and emotional patterns of growth.

• Works to achieve maximum educational achievement through cooperative efforts with parents, support staff, community agencies and other outside resources.

• Provides on-going evaluation of program effectiveness.

• Provides direct instruction to assigned children.

• Provides screening and evaluation of each student to coordinate services and assess individual student needs.

• Coordinates instructional and behavioral management techniques with parents or guardians involved with assigned students.

• Works across multiple departments and constituent districts to maximize the use of data for improving student achievement within an MTSS framework.

• Provides local schools and community organizations with information regarding enrollment and carries out all activities related to program promotion and enrollment of students.

• Makes home visits at beginning and end of year for each student to build relationships and provide modeling and information to the parent(s) or guardian(s).

• Provides parents with instruction and materials relevant to their child’s learning.

• Provides monthly parent-child interactions to assist parents in becoming involved in their child’s education.

• Maintains all licensing and programmatic records.

• Schedules and carries out all licensing and program inspections and requirements.

• Ensures that classroom equipment, materials and supplies are maintained in clean, safe and proper working condition and that said materials comply with all licensing and program requirements.

• Participates in professional growth activities.

• Provides educational and training information to paraprofessional(s) and families. Plans, coordinates and implements parent educational activities including home visits.

• Confers and collaborates with ancillary and consulting staff, including Early Childhood Specialist and Great Start Collaborative.

• Actively participates with peers in staffings, staff meetings, or other scheduled events including community awareness and education events.

• Maintains records of progress toward program outcomes for each student and documents special incidents which may occur.

• Completes annual report on student and program progress. Completes the Program Quality Assessment and all other program documents from the Michigan Department of Education.

• Maintains all staff and facility licensing documents and records per Department of Human Services Child Care Licensing

• Participates in job related conferences and in-service programs provided by the District or related external agencies.

• Participates in the Great Start Collaborative.

• Participates in GSRP teacher learning group.

• Coordinates and guides the work of paraprofessional.

• Other Duties as assigned.

The listed tasks are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position, and are not an exhaustive list of all job duties performed.

QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (If Applicable):

Required

• Option 1 – Michigan Teacher Certification with an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement.

• Option 2 – Possession of a bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education with specialization in preschool teaching. The transcript will document a major, rather than a minor, in child development.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

Required

• Option 1 – Possession of a bachelor’s degree in special education or a field of K-12 Education.

• Option 2 – Possession of a bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education with specialization in preschool teaching. The transcript will document a major, rather than a minor, in child development.

Desired

• Three (3) years or more teaching experience in an early childhood classroom.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum.

• Knowledge of commonly used approaches to educating at-risk students.

• Knowledge of state and federal mandates which directly affect the program and teaching situation.

• Knowledge of curriculum for conflict resolution and social skills training.

• Skill with use of technology to implement work responsibilities.

• Skill in classroom management and individualized educational programs.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences both orally and in writing.

• Ability to develop and implement behavior intervention systems and individual student plans.

• Ability to develop and implement curriculum (academic and behavioral) for students.

• Ability to teach an elective, including but not limited to music, health, forensic science, art, etc.

• Ability to promote and coordinate fulfillment of student social, emotional and behavioral needs with students, parents, agencies and others.

• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality in dealing with staff, students and operations.

• Ability to work independently and within teams to accomplish identified goals and strategies.

• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with local district administrators/staff, parents, students, higher education, business and community partners.

PHYSICAL EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Sitting – Moderate

• Standing/Walking/Bending/Stooping – Moderate, common to classroom environment

• Lifting – Minimal

• Moderate physical strength, mobility and dexterity to perform the job tasks.

• Ability to get up and down from a seated position on the floor

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Position requires the employee to provide his/her own transportation for job related travel.

• Position requires regular and predictable attendance at the workplace.

Eaton RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identify), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language proficiency is not a barrier to admission or participation. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte, Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone (517) 543-5500.

Revised:

May 4, 2023

Great Start Readiness Preschool Teacher