Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Preschool Teacher

Grandville Education Center / Early Learning Center

School Year, Full-Time

0.8 Preschool Teacher Position:

M-TH AM Session

Position Available: August 2026

Qualifications:
  • Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
  • (a) a ZA or ZS endorsement, (b) a ZN or ZO endorsement, or (c) a bachelor's degree in child development with specialization in preschool teaching
  • Experience working with preschool students ages 3-5
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of child development
  • Submission of a negative Tuberculosis test
  • Completion of fingerprinting in accordance with Michigan State Licensing requirements for background checks as well as MDE for school employment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Passion for early childhood education and commitment to fostering a love of learning
  • Create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment
  • Collaborate with families, paraprofessionals, and related service providers to support student progress
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood
  • Participate in IEP meetings
  • Ability to use and integrate technology seamlessly
  • Familiarity with Michigan's Early Childhood Standards of Quality
  • Ability to take a team approach to planning
  • Familiarity with Michigan's state licensing rules for child care centers (LARA)
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED training (or willingness to be trained)