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Equity Smart Home Loans

Loan Officer

South Pasadena, CA · Remote

Since our humble beginnings, Equity Smart has grown to be a leader in the mortgage broker community. We see a need for a new type of mortgage broker, one that views its loan officers and employees as ...

Equity Smart Home Loans

Loan Officer

South Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

Since our humble beginnings, Equity Smart has grown to be a leader in the mortgage broker community. We see a need for a new type of mortgage broker, one that views its loan officers and employees as ...

Naturally Wired

Technology Professional

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

From our beginnings with DirecTV and Bose, to what has evolved and become smart home & office automation, audio/video entertainment, security alarm systems, video surveillance, networking, lighting ...

Taco Time

Crew Member

Lewiston, ID · On-site

$14.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

If you can see yourself working hard and working smart, apply today! Qualifications: * Enthusiastic ... From humble beginnings in Eugene, OR, back in 1960, the TacoTime restaurant chain has risen to ...

CTS Corporation

Plant Controller, Cranston

Cranston, RI · On-site

$104K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the ...

Taco Time

Crew Member

Lewiston, ID · On-site

$14.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

If you can see yourself working hard and working smart, apply today! Qualifications: * Enthusiastic ... From humble beginnings in Eugene, OR, back in 1960, the TacoTime restaurant chain has risen to ...

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Strong Beginnings Pre-K Teacher (3-4 years old)

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Detroit, MI • On-site

$55K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Detroit Public Schools rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 629 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Job Description
Job Title
Job Title: Strong Beginnings Pre-K Teacher (3-4 years old)
Location: Bennett Elementary
Salary Range: $55,000 - $94,000
Reports to: Principal or Designee
Bargaining Unit: Detroit Federation of Teachers
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility: School-based. Not eligible for telecommuting.
In accordance with the Agreement between the Detroit Federation of Teachers and the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the following vacancy is announced:
Position Summary: The Teacher offers a rigorous curriculum aligned with the State of Michigan Common Core guidelines and Wayne RESA Strong Beginnings program expectations while upholding the mission, vision, and values of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Collaborates with families and other staff members to ensure academic success of students. Evaluates and monitors students¿ progress periodically.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must possess a valid Michigan Teacher Certificate or Michigan Temporary Teaching Authorization (T2EA) with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education ZA, ZS, or PK-3 Elementary Education ZO.
  • Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or equivalent agencies.
  • Must possess at least 2 semester hours or 3.0 CEU's in Child Care Administration or have an administrative credential approved by the State of Michigan or be willing to obtain credentials within 6 months of hire.

Essential Functions
  • Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students ages 2.9 to 3 years old, utilizing the mandated curriculum (Creative Curriculum for Preschool).
  • Create a classroom environment that is conductive to learning and appropriate to the preschool assignment.
  • Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation (lesson plans) in Smart Teach upon request of the immediate supervisor.
  • Follow and adhere to the procedures and guidelines of the Early Childhood Department, State of Michigan Childcare Licensing (LARA), Wayne County RESA, Strong Beginnings, MiLeap and DPSCD.
  • Implement understandings of child development for 2- and 3-year-olds to facilitate a classroom environment that supports developmentally appropriate child behavior, using knowledge of the district's core curriculum (Creative Curriculum), Strong Beginnings Implementation Manual, and Child Care Licensing (LARA).
  • Lead efforts for a comprehensive home-school approach to student toileting training and support. Understand the nuances of toileting and self-care support needs for the 2-3-year-old. Manage toileting responsibilities and support for students, including Following Child Care Licensing diapering procedures.
  • Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals - establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
  • Collect and record anecdotal notes on students daily . Enter data into Teaching Strategies GOLD.
  • Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis through Teaching Strategies GOLD and provide progress reports as required/ requested. Complete other assessments as required by Wayne RESA and the Early Childhood department (e.g., ASQ)
  • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and workstations.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
  • Complete Home Visits twice per school year. Complete Parent-Teacher Conference at least twice per school year and maintain an Individual Development Plan for each student throughout the school year.
  • Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
  • Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for Associate Teacher, Noon Hour Aide and/or volunteer(s) and provide feedback to immediate supervisor as it relates to their job performance if requested.
  • Strive to maintain and improve professional competence (classwork, participation in professional growth activities). Work to implement through instruction and district's philosophy of education and its goals and objectives.
  • Obtain 24 hours of Professional Development per school year including but not limited to: CPR/First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogen, Food Safety, Diversity and Licensing regulations as appropriate.
  • Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

    • Security Clearance:
    Internal Applicants
    If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.
    External Applicants
    In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at the point of hire.
    Method of Application:
    Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position, and all applications require a resume.
    Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at the point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
    Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 873-6897.
    DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.

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