Lead Teacher — Preschool

Employer: Saginaw Intermediate School District Location: Saginaw County, Michigan Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Preschool Reports To: Building Principal Compensation: Based on credentials and the ECEA Collective Bargaining Agreement Locations and Available Positions - Claytor Preschool, Saginaw: 4 positions. - Jerome Preschool, Saginaw: 2 positions. Total Available Positions: 6 across 2 locations. General Summary This position leads a teaching team in a preschool classroom and plans and implements a healthy, safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment. The program promotes developmental gains toward kindergarten readiness as defined by Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework, and Kindergarten Readiness Goals. The Lead Teacher models excellence in work with children, families, the community, and staff; serves as a social service referral person; and shares responsibility for parent involvement. Assignment may change among classrooms or centers based on program operations. The position may serve as "program director" for childcare licensing purposes. Duties and Responsibilities Professional development: - Attend required training, workshops, online training, and cluster meetings required by Head Start and Michigan licensing. - Remain current on Head Start Performance Standards, childcare licensing regulations, developmentally appropriate practices, and other applicable requirements. - Maintain professional certification, Basic First Aid and CPR certification, and required licensing training. - Follow universal precautions and practices for preventing occupational disease, injury, and contamination. - Work effectively with children at all developmental levels and participate in continuous professional development. Preschool program implementation: - Deliver Head Start services under Head Start Performance Standards and Saginaw ISD Head Start Operational Procedures. - Establish a safe, healthy, stimulating, developmentally appropriate environment for children from birth to five and children with all abilities. - Use the Daily Health and Safety Checklist to maintain environments free from hazards and clutter and allow visibility of children. - Maintain confidentiality concerning children, families, and staff, including applicable FERPA and HIPAA requirements. - Foster self-esteem, self-direction, self-control, and school readiness through positive methods, modeling, and curriculum implementation. - Comply with program curricula, Michigan childcare licensing requirements, and Head Start Program Performance Standards. - Screen, observe, and assess children's development; analyze data; and plan services or referrals based on individual needs. - Participate in recruitment and transportation services. - Assist with kitchen and bus duties as necessary. - Supervise and participate in family-style meals to model nutrition, social skills, and language development. Recordkeeping: Submit scheduled paperwork and progress reports. Order or supervise supplies and take inventory as requested. Maintain child records in cooperation with Family Advocates. Gather and maintain individual, family, and classroom