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
• Congduct 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

We’re seeking compassionate, curious, and committed educators who are eager to make a lasting impact. Candidates should bring:

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Strong observational and assessment skills
• Ability to develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Knowledge of GSRP standards and curriculum

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount
• Immediate access to benefits
• Innovative health programs
• 401(k) company match

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

No nights or weekends; the ability to bring your children to work with you; paid time off.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer

and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.