Childcare Lead Teacher

POSITION OPENING

CHILDCARE LEAD TEACHER

Walker Room

ESS/Willsub Employee 

Required Qualifications:

• Meet licensing/program requirements for a background check, fingerprinting, and other program clearances
• Must meet all Michigan child care licensing requirements to serve as a Lead Teacher 
• Must obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification
• Experience working with Toddler children
• 1-2 years working with early childhood aged children

Job Requirements, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Experience working with Toddlers. 
• Primary responsibilities under daily supervision of the childcare director include daily teaching and supervision of children, daily supervision of childcare staff 
• Michigan’s Infant and Toddler Development And Care Practices Course Completion
• Familiar with early childhood standards and benchmarks, preferred
• Knowledge of High Scope Curriculum, preferred
• Strong computer skills
• Willingness to accept and perform additional duties/responsibilities as assigned 
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents to ensure student success and a positive caring environment 

A successful candidate will be able to:

• Assist in assessing Children’s growth and development
• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and daily routines
• Lead classroom staff in a positive manner
• Have a positive and caring attitude
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills

Hours/Salary:  To Be Determined.

To apply for positions with Hemlock Public School District, please visit the district website www.hemlockps.com, Employment Opportunities and apply within the desired job posting.

Date Posted: September 22, 2026

Deadline: October 6, 2026 or  until filled, application screening ongoing

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Hemlock Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Direct all inquiries related to discrimination to:

Superintendent’s Office

1095 North Hemlock Rd. 

Hemlock, MI 48626

(989) 642-5282