PreK Leader in Training

What You’ll Do

New Paradigm For Education is seeking a passionate and experienced Pre-K GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program) Leader in Training to lead our early childhood education program. The ideal candidate will oversee the implementation of a high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines. This role requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to early childhood education, and the ability to foster a nurturing and inclusive environment for both students and staff.

Job Requirements

• Required Education & Experience:
  • A graduate degree in early childhood education or child development
  • Five or more years of relevant job experience in early childhood education
• Knowledge of the Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Birth to Kindergarten (ECSQ)
• Knowledge of the GSRP requirements as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual
• Knowledge of the State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers
• Formal training in the selected approval developmental screener (ASQ-3), comprehensive curriculum, authentic child assessment, and Classroom Coach of the classroom supported
• Knowledge of the Essential Instructional Practice is Early Literacy: Prekindergarten and Essential Instructional Practices in Early Mathematics: Prekindergarten to Grade 5
• Status as a Reliable Assessor/Certified Observer in Classroom Coach
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including experience in staff supervision and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with families, staff, and community partners
• Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment

Duties & Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership
• Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding academic performance and preparing each scholar for excelling to, through, and beyond college
• Develop and provide annual, data driven professional learning calendars for teaching teams
• Demonstrate a relentless commitment academic achievement and growing and developing scholars
• Develop and communicate NPFE school systems, culture, and vision, and build and implement a plan to achieve that vision
• Collect data to provide documented evidence of growth. Use data to inform decisions and model this practice for teachers and other instructional leaders
• Ensure implementation and consistency of the NPFE academic model and alignment to state and other rigorous standards
• Leading, Coaching & Evaluating
• Conduct regular classroom visits and Classroom Coach, providing feedback and creating goals for the upcoming year and documenting coaching sessions
• Manage and lead faculty and staff, including evaluations, retention, coaching and professional development, observations, communication, etc.
• Support teaching teams to create and implement a community, school, and classroom transition plan, which incorporates activities that support transitions into and out of GSRP and into kindergarten
• Ensure that instructional staff are providing rigorous daily lessons grounded in our curriculum, tracking assignments and homework, and keeping accurate and up-to-date student grades and records
• Ensure that non instructional staff are completing their duties and professional responsibilities with fidelity and professionalism
• Foster commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the NPFE vision and academic model
• Hold teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance and meeting individualized student needs
• School Culture
• Implement all New Paradigm For Education norms (i.e. cultural, communication, behavioral, academic, leadership etc.) with fidelity
• Build a joyful and rigorous school culture
• Foster consistency in academic and behavioral expectations
• Collaborate with school staff to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development; Ensure that traditions and rituals that support the school’s college mission are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year
• Family & Community Engagement
• Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events
• Organize and ensure implementation of parent/community workshops and training around expectations, curriculum, student responsibilities, etc.
• Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
• Administrative Support
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to ensure adherence to GSRP requirements
• Support programs to access resources, including MiLeap sponsored professional learning, MiRegistry, Resource Centers, and Great State to Quality Rating System
• Share program evaluation reports

Additional Ancillary Duties

As needed or assigned

Evaluation Rubric Domains

• Instructional Leadership
• School Culture
• Family & Community Engagement
• Operational Management
• Leadership
• Data-Driven