Position Type: Early Childhood/GSRP Teacher

Date Posted: 8/15/2025

Location: Administrative and Community Services Center

Date Available: 08/20/2025

Closing Date: 08/22/2025

District: West Bloomfield School District REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Development or valid Michigan teaching certificate with an early childhood specialist (ZA or ZS) endorsement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Master's degree Minimum of two years' experience in a state-funded preschool program Knowledge of HighScope curriculum

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE : Planning, implementing, and organizing the program in accordance with the Great Start Readiness State Guidelines Using the HighScope components of the daily routine: large and small group, work-time (Plan-Do-Review), snack, morning message, transitions, clean-up and large motor activities (outside time or gym) Attend all Professional Learning Communities (PLC), monthly GSRP staff meetings, plan daily with assistant, parent orientation, Meet and Greet, and professional development opportunities sponsored by the WBPA Being responsible for the safety and well-being of the children Ability to work cooperatively with others Involving assistant in large and small group, work-time (Plan-Do-Review) and all areas of running the class Maintaining up to date health and emergency records for each enrolled student Documenting all information pertaining to behavior, development and any interactions with parents Preparing and maintaining children's assessment files and progress reports including weekly COR input Keeping accurate attendance records of the children Participating in parent/teacher conferences twice a year and home visits twice a year Planning, implementing, and organizing the program and classroom in accordance with the HighScope curriculum Planning field trips Preparing and sending home weekly newsletters/calendars and notes to parents Communicating effectively and sensitively with parents Assisting Supervisor in implementing requirements for licensing Other duties as may be assigned

WORK SCHEDULE M-F, 8 hours per day (full time)

SALARY RANGE : Starting salary is $23.21 - $25.13 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

The West Bloomfield School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. For further information you may contact Eric Whitney, Deputy Superintendent for Talent Development and Management at 248.865.6426 or Sonja James, Executive Director of Educational Equity and Inclusion at 248.865.6493.