Bedford Child Development Center is looking for an experienced, caring, and dependable Full-Time Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team. We are searching for someone who truly loves working with young children and understands that the preschool years are about much more than preparing children for kindergarten. They are about helping children build confidence, independence, friendships, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. At BCDC, we believe children learn best through play, exploration, relationships, and meaningful hands-on experiences . Our classrooms are child-centered, developmentally appropriate, and supported by intentional teachers who understand how to turn everyday moments into opportunities for learning. Our Core Values The right person for our team will share the values that guide everything we do at

Bedford Child Development Center:

Passion

• We genuinely care about children and the work we do. Teamwork
• We believe it takes a village. Our teachers support one another and work together for the success of our children and classrooms. Trust
• Families trust us with what matters most to them, and we take that responsibility seriously. Excellence
• We continually work to provide high-quality care, education, and classroom experiences. Communication
• Strong relationships begin with open, respectful communication among teachers, administration, children, and families. Joy
• Childhood should be joyful, and we want our teachers to enjoy coming to work and being part of our BCDC family. About the Position
• Our Preschool Lead Teacher will be responsible for creating a warm, engaging, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn.

The teacher will plan and implement experiences using The Creative Curriculum , observe and document children's development, and utilize Teaching Strategies GOLD to assess children's progress and help guide individualized instruction. This is a full-time position .

Responsibilities Include:

Creating a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate preschool classroom Planning and implementing lessons and learning experiences using The Creative Curriculum Using Teaching Strategies GOLD to observe, document, assess, and support children's development Providing child-initiated, child-directed, and teacher-supported learning opportunities Encouraging learning through play, exploration, process art, small-group experiences, outdoor play, and hands-on activities Supporting children's social-emotional development and helping children develop positive relationships and problem-solving skills Maintaining appropriate classroom routines, expectations, and supervision Completing required documentation and classroom responsibilities in a timely and professional manner Communicating positively and professionally with families Working collaboratively with assistant teachers, fellow teachers, and administration Maintaining a clean, organized, welcoming classroom environment Following all Bedford Child Development Center policies and State of Michigan childcare licensing requirements Participating in staff meetings, professional development, and ongoing training Required Qualifications Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be considered: CDA credential or higher education/credential in Early Childhood Education or a related field Minimum of two years of experience teaching preschool-age children Experience using The Creative Curriculum Experience using Teaching Strategies GOLD Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool-age children Ability to plan and lead a preschool classroom confidently and independently Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills Dependable, professional, and committed to providing consistent care for children Willingness to complete all State of Michigan required background checks, health requirements, and childcare training requirements Who We Are Looking For

• Credentials and experience are important, but we are also looking for the right person for our team .

We want a teacher who walks into a classroom and sees possibilities. Someone who understands that painting is about the process, not making every child's picture look the same. Someone who knows that block play can become math, science, language, teamwork, and problem-solving. Someone who gets down on the floor, asks questions, listens to children's ideas, celebrates their discoveries, and understands that relationships are at the heart of early childhood education. We are looking for someone who is dependable, positive, willing to communicate, open to feedback, supportive of coworkers, and passionate about giving children an exceptional early childhood experience. Why Bedford Child Development Center? Bedford Child Development Center has been serving children and families in our community since 2005 . We provide care and education for children from infancy through school age and believe strongly in creating an environment where children, families, and educators feel valued. Our program is developmentally based and play-based , with an emphasis on the whole child—physical, social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. We believe great early childhood programs begin with great teachers, and we want educators who are looking for more than simply a job. We want people who want to be part of a team and make a meaningful difference in children's lives. If you meet the required qualifications and believe your teaching philosophy aligns with ours, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume through Indeed and tell us a little about yourself, your preschool teaching experience, and why you believe you would be a good fit for Bedford Child Development Center.

Pay:

$17.50

• $20.78 per hour Expected hours: 35.0
• 40.

0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person