GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher

About the role

The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan's state-funded, nationally recognized, Pre-K program for 4-year-old children. The GSRP Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily lessons using the approved GSRP curriculum
• Conduct child observations and assessments using approved tools
• Collaborate with the associate teacher and classroom team to ensure high-quality instruction and classroom management
• Develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each child and lead parent-teacher conferences
• Ensure compliance with GSRP standards, licensing rules, and program quality expectations
• Participate in required professional development and coaching
• Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and community partners

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children

Qualifications

• Compassionate, curious, and committed educators
• Eager to make a lasting impact

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount
• Immediate access to benefits
• Innovative health programs
• 401(k) company match
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credential assistance
• Unique Master Teacher Program

Pay

We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Schedule

We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.