About this role
Preschool Associate Teaching Position Gladstone Area Schools has an opening for a preschool associate teacher for next school year.
Position Summary: The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher is responsible for assisting in all aspects of planning, assessing, and instructing a classroom of 4 year old students based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant. Salary Range: $16-$18 per hour Required Qualifications:
• Associate degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or equivalent; or a valid preschool credential
• Willingness to earn a certificate or degree within two years of hire may be considered
• Certification in CPR and first aid
• Professional experience working with children or in early child/elementary education, particularly with at-risk children
Preferred Qualifications:
• Work effectively, make decisions, and problem solve collaboratively within a team
• Work well with diverse families and engage parents as full partners in their child's learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and teachers
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of lesson plans using approved curriculum and work collaboratively and communicate plans with teaching team
• Follow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelines
• Assist with the screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide instructional support
• Meet with the Early Childhood Lead teacher as needed to ensure quality programming
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities as requested
• Assist in organizing and participate in all family engagement events such as home visits, conferences, open house, field day, and other school-wide events
• Assist in completing required progress reports and other paperwork
• Maintain inventory of classroom equipment, materials and supplies
• Maintain current CPR/first aid, Mandated Reporter, and all licensing certifications
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information concerning the students and their families
• Treat children, parents and staff with dignity and respect
• Perform other duties as assigned
Application: Interested candidates should apply by submitting a letter of application, resume, transcripts, and letter of recommendation to: Dr Jay Kulbertis 400 South 10th Street Gladstone, MI 49837 or email to: [email protected]