Program Teacher Job Goal: To create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of young children. The teacher will foster curiosity, independence, and a love of learning through play-based and structured activities, while building strong partnerships with families and collaborating with colleagues to support each child's success.
Qualifications:- Bachelor Degree required
- Must possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in at least one area of special education and a major or minor in early childhood education or child growth and developmentZA or ZS endorsement
- Terms of Employment:
- Full Benefits package181 day minimum work year based on school calendar
- Reports to ECP Administrator
Responsibilities:
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration, independence, and positive peer interactions.
Assess and document children's progress through observations, portfolios, and developmental checklists.
Communicate regularly with families to share progress, address concerns, and build strong home–school partnerships.
Promote positive behavior guidance using supportive and respectful strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure a cohesive and enriching program.
Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and safety in compliance with licensing and program standards.
Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. Dearborn Heights School District #7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Dearborn Heights School District #7 that no person shall on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, in employment or any of its programs or activities.
