Preschool Teacher (26/27)

About the Role

To provide students with a first class learning experience that contributes to their development as enlightened and responsible citizens and as leaders in their communities, while sharing a commitment to the success of the missions, goals, and objectives of the Academy. What you'll do Curriculum & Instruction: Accepts responsibility for the achievement of students. Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students. Develops clearly thought out plans and activities that reflect student interest and follow age appropriate concepts and practices. Demonstrates understanding and implementation of the Preschool Program Quality Assessment (PQA) and the teaching practices described therein. Demonstrates understanding and implementation of MDE’s Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Prekindergarten. Demonstrates understanding and implementation of BCHS Child Care Licensing Rules. Adheres to BCHS Child Care Licensing Rules to maintain appropriate classroom ratios at all times. Demonstrates effective planning and organization for instruction. Selects appropriate materials for implementation of the curriculum and adapts materials and methods to the learning styles and abilities of students. Follows the Academy approved curriculum, and procedures, as the instructional model. Uses creative instructional methods and procedures and adapts effectively to unusual situations. Motivates students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities, assignments, relationships, participation, and feedback; holds high expectations and demonstrates sensitivity to different learning styles. Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy, and the community. Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating, an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and teacher experiences in large and small groups. Effectively implements and uses the Academy approved screening assessment tool and ongoing developmental assessment and is able to explain and interpret the information for students’ parents. Effectively uses home visits to introduce the program and staff to the parent, develop collaboration for the child’s learning, and gather, or report, assessment data. Effectively works with the teaching team to accumulate and complete accurate curriculum aligned anecdotal notes in a timeframe consistent with curriculum requirements. Classroom Management: Works cooperatively with guardians and generates guardians’ confidence in the teacher. Works to develop a clear understanding of student’s background and culture and strives to communicate with parents, guardians and other staff members in a respectful, responsible way. Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations. Promotes responsible citizenship through one’s actions as a role model. Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and the development of responsible citizenship. Effectively communicates to students that the classroom teaching team is a valuable, cooperative unit. Student Enrollment & Retention: Shares responsibility for marketing the Program, and the Academy, in the community. Professional Development & Leadership: Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and the conditions of success. Uses technology effectively for instruction, record keeping, communication and other administrative tasks. Refrains from using school equipment for personal use at any time during classroom hours in which children are present. Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy. Conducts himself or herself according to professional and ethical principles. Maintains adequate attendance and demonstrates punctuality to ensure classroom is prepared for the day and availability to parents is offered. Continually strives to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, and interpersonal relationships. Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the Academy. Displays pride in being a teacher and a member of the Academy. Strives to be a productive and contributing member of discussion during team meetings and PLC work while valuing and respecting the opinions of others. Provides the Principal with a copy of all written parent communications as well as maintains up-to-date parent communication phone log. Immediately communicates with the Principal when/if an issue develops that requires parents to be called for more than routine communication. Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Facilities

Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment. Assumes responsibility for adherence to and monitoring of all licensing regulations and for educating others on regulations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or child-related field; OR Valid Michigan teaching certificate with ZA endorsement, or an Early Childhood-General AND ZS endorsement; OR Montessori Credential with 480 hours of experience; OR Valid Child Development Associate credential with 480 hours of experience. Compliance with all DLARA’s BCHS child care licensing staffing requirements including, but not limited to TB test, CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen training completion, CPS Child Abuse/Neglect and ICHAT/Fingerprint screening/Child Care Background Check Clearance. Able to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom, as a means of analyzing academic achievement data, and as a tool to aid effective communications. Exemplary work habits verified by reference check. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge and skills working with students from all backgrounds. Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary. Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated competence as a teacher in all areas of focus. About Choice Schools Associates Kingsbury Country Day School (KCDS) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, KCDS is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.