Associate Teacher; UPK

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring an Associate Teacher for Universal Preschool s individual will help ensure the safety and success of students in the Universal Preschool program. Associate Teachers build relationships with students they work with, support teachers in ensuring that students are engaged and supported during lessons, and interact with parents and families. They are also able to develop as a teacher on their path towards operating their own classroom in the future.

• Associate's Degree in early childhood education or related field
• Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an existing 120 Training-Hour approval by MDE (or willing to pursue one immediately)
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

• Previous experience working with Universal Preschool or GSRP students in an urban setting

• Demonstrate passion for working with and empathy of Universal Preschool and GSRP students
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders
• Ensure safety of students in classroom and comply with Universal Preschool and GSRP requirements
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

$21.42 - $25.66 an hour

This role traditionally works a normal 35 hour per week schedule during the school year.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).