AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Oak Park School District is committed to equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment, including recruitment,
selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Board is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all
individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other
illegal grounds.
LOCATION: Lessenger Early Childhood Center
SALARY: In Accordance with the OPEA CBA
BENEFITS Comprehensive Benefits Package
DEADLINE:
Department of Human Resources
13900 Granzon, Oak Park, MI 48237 | Telephone: 248-336-7703 | Fax: 248-336-7738
NOTICE OF VAC
ANCY
JOB DESCRIPTION
OPSD opened an early childhood center during the 2022-2023 academic year, to improve the access to
high-quality and nurturing early childhood services and care. This newly renovated center houses all early
childhood programming including GSRP, Junior Kindergarten and general and special education (ECSE
0-3-year old) preschool programs. The OPSD is committed to a culture of high expectations and continuous
improvement through aligned and meaningful professional development, a partnership with Oakland ISD
services, data teams to drive instructional decisions and best practices and a relentless focus on the whole
child. OPSD is looking for GSRP teachers who are intrinsically motivated; who have a deep desire to grow
professionally; who believe children deserve to learn in an environment with the highest level of cultural
competence; who are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand
that initiative, rigor and grit are essential to be a great GSRP teacher leader in the 21st Century.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education/Certification
- A valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-
General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, or
- A bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development with a specialization in
preschool teaching. The transcript will document a major, rather than a minor, in child development or
early childhood education
Preferred Experience
- Teaching experience at the preschool or elementary grade level
- Demonstrated ability to provide instructional l
eadership for all learners in multiple developmental stages
- Experience with a diverse student and parent population
- Strong organizational skills, flexibility and the ability to prioritize the completion of work in a timely manner
- Outstanding written and verbal
communication skills
Until Filled
POSITION: Great Start Readiness Program Teachers
SCHEDULE: 1.0 FTE
GRADES: PreK
POSTING DATE: August 24, 2026
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Oak Park School District is committed to equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment, including recruitment,
selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Board is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all
individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other
illegal grounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Create an inviting and nurturing classroom that meets the needs of all learners academically,
developmentally, culturally, socially and emotionally
- Collaborate,
create and implement developmentally appropriate lessons that are engaging, meaningful
and aligned with the curriculum
as outlined by GSRP
- Implement Individual Education Plan's (IEP), 504's, English Language Learner lessons and general
education plans
with the highest level of integrity and fidelity
- Use daily COR anecdotal notes and PQA data to measure and support student growth and
develop
ment throughout the school year
- Maintain up
- to-date assessments of development for immediate student feedback and to inform
instructional strategies to meet the needs of each student
- Establish clear expectations, routines, ownership and engaging lesson plans and activities to provide a
safe environment
for optimal academic, developmental, social and emotional growth
- Build and maintain positive partnerships with parent/guardians to maximize student support and
development
- Participate in professional development opportunities that are aligned with the district and school's
mission,
vision and goals and GSRP compliance
- Be an active member of the school community through, Professional Learning Communities, various
building
and district committee work, the School Improvement Team and other leadership opportunities
as presented
- Engage with student and family activities outside of the school day that supports the programming and
traditions of the building and district
- Any other duties assigned by the Principal or designee
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Support the building and district by providing an educational program that meets the
educational needs of each student in the area of responsibility
- Support instruction which is consistent with District and school expectations and which meets the
educational needs of all students assigned to the teacher
- Communicate with colleagues and school community members in a manner which is
consistent with district and school expectations
- Assist in planning, documenting and managing materials and resources that is consistent with district
and school expectations
- Provide student supervision, which ensures safety (both physically and emotionally)
- Assist with time management, equipment and materials efficiently
- Assist with maintaining a physical and emotional environment that is well-organized and student
focused
APPLICATION METHOD:
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application
and upload all necessary documents on the Oakland Schools Consortium Website (please visit our HR
web page at: https://www.oakparkschools.org/departments/human-resources/ to access the Oakland
Schools Consortium website). All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no
later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.
INTERNAL CANDIDATES: All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest
and a current resume via email to Simone Berry, Principal of Lessenger Early Childhood Center, at
simone.berry@opsk12.org. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no
later than the deadline listed or until filled.