https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1123/opening/162364

https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1123/opening/162364

Deadline: July 9, 2026

District/Organization: Okemos Public Schools

Position/Type: Other, full time

Position Details

The Classroom Lead Teacher works with our 1 and 2 year olds providing meaningful learning opportunities through play. The teacher plans and implements activities, provides comfort and guidance to children, and builds strong relationships with families and staff.

Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Childcare Coordinator, the Classroom Lead Teacher will:

• Work with an assigned group of children while applying best practices for their care and development, including planning and implementing activities using Creative Curriculum.
• Support and nurture each child's development of self-esteem, trust, and growing independence.
• Provide active supervision of children at all times.
• Provide guidance, and leadership to classroom support staff.
• Complete developmental assessments and ongoing documentation of children's progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Build strong partnerships with families by communicating regularly and collaborating on educational and family goals.
• Follow all childcare licensing regulations and program policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift children up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel, and/or stoop up to 75% of the workday.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field OR
• Associate Degree in Child Development or related field with two years of experience working with infants or toddlers.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays

Applications accepted until filled.

Pursuant to Public Act 68 of 1993 and Public Act 83 of 1995, selected new employees shall submit to fingerprints and a criminal background check at the employee's expense.

It is the policy of the Board of Education that the District will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis . The District shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d. et seq.; and 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000e, et seq.; The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1210, et seq.; The Handicappers' Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.1101, et seq.; and The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.2101, et seq.; Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), 29U.S.C. §§ 621, et seq. Inquiries or complaints by applicants or employees related to discrimination should be directed to:

Director of Human Resources

Okemos Public Schools

4406 Okemos Rd

Okemos, MI 48864

TELEPHONE: 517-706-5006

www.okemosk12.net

E-mail: hr@okemosk12.net

Website: Link

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