Kids Zone Lead Teacher

Position Type:
Non-Certified Student Support Services/Before/After School Care

Date Posted:
3/2/2026

Location:
Norup International School

District:
Berkley School District
JOB DESCRIPTION: Kids' Zone Lead Teacher

LOCATION: Norup Elementary School

SALARY: $17.56-$20.21

HOURS: M-F, 3:00-5:30 PM

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Kids' Zone and Coordinator, the lead caregiver will be responsible as the Kids Zone site teacher in the general supervision and management of the program, as well as implementing the program's daily activities. The lead teacher is responsible for the child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Pathway A: 6 months of experience plus 6 semester hours (or 9 CEUs/90 clock hours) in a child-related field.
• Pathway B: 3 months of experience plus a valid CDA, Montessori, or Michigan youth development associate credential.
• Pathway C:
  An associate degree or higher in any field plus 15 clock hours of school-age training.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Meet the requirements set forth by the licensing agency.
• Documentation of a physical examination is mandatory within 30 days of starting work, and thereafter, as required.
• I-Chat and Central Registry Clearance verification must be completed prior to start date.
• CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 60 days of start date and renewed every two years.
• Completion of eight hours of Mi Registry training prior to start date.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the daily lesson plan with fidelity and integrity.
• Assist in general overall classroom management.
• React kindly and firmly in a positive manner when disciplining children.
• Direct children indoors and outdoors.
• Plans and implements the daily routine for the program.
• Plans and prepares the learning environment, setting up learning activities, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Monitor the quantity, quality, appearance, maintenance and storage of all supplies and equipment needed for the program.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with all co-workers and parents.
• Attend all staff meetings that are required.
• Adhere to all licensing regulations in accordance with state laws and requirements.
• Follow all safety, blood borne and child abuse prevention guidelines.
• Continue professional development through community involvement, professional reading, workshops and seminars or formal education for 24 hours of training.
• Maintain the appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Must interface with the kids' zone staff to make the site climate a positive one.
• Welcome parents and children each day by name.
• Assume equal and shared responsibility for general housekeeping tasks.
• Communicate with other staff on a regular basis regarding the care of the children.
• Exhibit excellent attendance.
• Be able to repeatedly get up from the floor

APPLICATION: Interested candidates email resume and cover letter to Katie Fotiu at Kathleen.

Fotiu

Final date to receive applications: Until filled

District Vision

Our inclusive culture will inspire, empower and lead all learners to realize their full potential and make a positive difference in their future and community.

Commitment

The Berkley School District is committed to keeping diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront of its goal of creating an environment where all staff, students and community members feel a sense of belonging.

Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check. Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process at the applicant's expense. Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.