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Tri-County Head Start Preschool Teacher/Classroom Program Director- Sawyer in Paw Paw, Michigan
High-Quality Preschool located in Sawyer is currently looking for a Preschool Teacher/Classroom Program Director.
*About Us: *Our impact lasts a lifetime. TCHS employees promote social, emotional and physical health in our community by providing high-quality education, health services and more for the families who need us most in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.
*Position Summary: *Teaches preschool children in a classroom setting, providing academic instruction that is developmentally appropriate for preschool aged children and utilizes all resources available that prepares children with school readiness skills. Ensures that the classroom is successful and is in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers. Implements curriculum, on-going observation, assessment and child outcomes systems, consistent with program policies and the Head Start Performance Standards. They work as a partner with families in the health, attendance and education of their children.
TCHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
*Education Requirement: *Minimum - AA degree in Early Childhood Education Desired - BA degree in Early Childhood Education
Related Experience: Experience teaching in an Early Childhood setting and Supervisory experience
*Employee Benefits: *Employees are eligible to enroll in:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance (after 30 days of hire)
- 401(k) with Employer Contribution
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Holiday Time (5 weeks per year)
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Leave Time
- Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Programs and a dedicated wellness committee are available to provide resources to help enhance your life inside and outside of work.
Job Type: *Full-Time, Program Year (August-May) *
Rate of Pay: AA: $20.85/hr BA: $23.63/hr
*Pre-Employment Requirements: *Physical, TB Test, Background Check and Drug Screen