Lead Childcare Teacher

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School is looking to hire a full-time Lead Childcare Teacher to create a positive Catholic learning environment for children in our child care program.

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Have a high school degree or equivalent education
• Meet Lead Teacher requirements per the State Licensing Standards
• Submit to various background checks including those completed through the Department of Human Services, the Michigan State Police Department and FBI Fingerprinting
• Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire
• Complete a Tuberculosis test and physical and provide a physician’s documentation of both
• Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children alone in a classroom
• Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
• Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities
• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 70lbs
• Be available for full time employment and available to work as late as 5:30 pm

• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times
• Be a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children
• Provide excellent parent communication and service
• Complete all annual and ongoing professional development requirements

Including, but not limited to, the following:

• Be the primary caregiver/teacher (when applicable)
• Assist children with activities of daily life (restroom use and hand washing)
• Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times
• Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
• Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child(ren)
• Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service
• Supervise assistant teacher in the classroom and ensure they are following program policy and expectations
• Train any assistant teacher in the classroom and direct them as to what duties need to be carried out throughout the day
• Plan daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children
• Uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church

Please submit your resume and diocesan employment application located here to: