Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

A. GENERAL SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

This position serves as the Lead of a teaching team in a classroom of preschool children. This position plans and implements a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool children that promotes developmental gains toward the attainment of kindergarten readiness skills as defined in the Head Start Program Performance Standards, The Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework and Kindergarten Readiness Goals. Behavior and actions in the classroom, with families, the community and with staff serves as a model of excellence. Because this position is one part of a large system of services provided to children and families, this position also serves as a social service referral person and shares responsibility for parent involvement in the program. The position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. The position may serve as “program director” for child care licensing purposes.

B. QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor’s and coursework equal to a major in Early Childhood Education with experience teaching preschool. Must be willing to obtain Administrative training within six months of employment. Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start, early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practice. Must be willing and able to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification and maintain certification. Acceptable tuberculosis and drug screening results, a clear criminal records check and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment. Current and former Head Start employees, students, and parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.

Application Procedure: Applicants must complete and submit an online Saginaw Intermediate School District application. Apply online at: & AppliTrackJobId=3675
Click on the “Apply” link next to the Job ID number. In addition to the online application, applicants are required to submit electronically a cover letter, resume, at least three (3) letters of recommendation, and copies of transcripts.

All applicants who are conditionally considered for employment will be required to submit to a drug screen test. Company Description

At Saginaw ISD, we are committed to continuously improving our staff and the districts we serve. We provide opportunities to develop skills, creative problem-solving techniques, and innovation. Our organization is made up of diverse cultures, and we believe that by creating positive and sustainable relationships, our organization and community will thrive.

Company Description

At Saginaw ISD, we are committed to continuously improving our staff and the districts we serve. We provide opportunities to develop skills, creative problem-solving techniques, and innovation. Our organization is made up of diverse cultures, and we believe that by creating positive and sustainable relationships, our organization and community will thrive.