GSRP Lead Teacher

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally-appropriate instruction for children using research-based curriculum
• Follow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelines
• Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children
• Meet with Early Childhood Specialist to ensure quality programming
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities
• Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings and decision-making
• Empower the associate teacher to support classroom instruction
• Participate in home visits to meet the educational needs of all children
• Create and update anecdotal records and portfolios for each child
• Complete required progress reports and other paperwork
• Participate in district recruitment efforts, including open houses and round-ups
• Schedule and implement parent/family activities
• Provide informational materials for families
• Work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits, recruitment events, open house(s)

Requirements

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood – General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in preschool teaching

Qualifications

• Patience, perseverance, excellent communication, interpersonal skills, a calm nature and kindness
• Knowledge of and ability to follow federal and state safety regulations
• Mastery of assigned subject of instruction

Skills

• Positive communication skills
• Behavior modification skills
• Classroom management
• Positive reinforcement skills
• Word, Excel, Power point, Email skills
• Punctuality, exemplary attendance

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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