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Job Summary:

Hamilton Community Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Teacher to join our thriving preschool program. We seek someone passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering a warm, inviting learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified educator to make a meaningful impact on the lives of curious children aged 3 to 5.

*Location:  *Sandyview Learning Center

*Reports To:  *Preschool and Before & After School Coordinator

Job Description:

• Provide nurturing, developmentally appropriate instruction for 3-5-year-old children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and the community through effective communication.
• Plan and implement an engaging curriculum.
• Help monitor attendance, child and staff records, and ensure compliance with licensing rules.
• Assist and guide staff members working in the preschool program.
• Facilitate/lead small group learning activities
• Lead and actively participate in large group learning activities
• Support students in the preschool classroom who require additional support
• Keep consistent, up-to-date documentation according to the Teaching Strategies Gold curriculum
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Preschool and Before & After School Coordinator

*Salary: *Commensurate with training and experience

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance (single-subscriber)
• Full family dental and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Cash in lieu option
• Tuition reimbursement

Start Date: 2024-2025 School Year

*Minimum Qualifications: *

• Have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Strong foundation in early childhood education with a CDA credential
• CPR and first aid certified for infants, children, and adults or willing to obtain certification
• Must maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Have a caring, patient, flexible demeanor
• Regular, predictable attendance
• Must have strong communication skills
• Able to handle day-to-day operations and address parent, child, and staff issues
• Willing to work outside in various weather conditions
• Must receive TB testing, background check, and additional onboarding training requirements

WHO ARE WE?

Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district located in West Michigan south of Holland and east of Saugatuck.  Our well-maintained district consists of four elementary buildings (Bentheim, Blue Star, Hamilton Elementary, and Sandyview) along with one middle school, one high school, and Hamilton FLEX (Virtual, Blended, and Shared Time options). Hamilton prides itself on being a big district (135 square miles) with a small-town feel. 

Hamilton Community Schools is one of 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD). Our district consists of 400 employees and over 2,400 full-time students and 1,100 non-public students in a variety of programs and formats. Hamilton Community Schools is known throughout the state as a premier district balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation to meet the needs of each learner. The focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts make Hamilton a destination district.  WE are HAWKEYES!

*EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER *

Hamilton Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, height, weight, marital status, familia