GSRP Associate Teacher

GSRP Associate Teacher

Grand Rapids Public Schools Itinerant - Grand Rapids, Michigan

Position is also posted in Grand Rapids Public School District and Kent ISD.

Job : 5751408

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

GSRP ASSOCIATE (Formerly PreK Paraprofessional)

DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood

BARGAINING UNIT: Grand Rapids Public Schools Paraprofessional Association (GRPSPA)

WAGE: Compensation is determined by a structured salary schedule. The starting salary is based on the candidate’s degree level and verified years of licensed or certificated experience.

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Director of Early Childhood

GRPS MISSION

Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

This is a grant-funded, non-tenured position.

JOB SUMMARY

The GSRP Associate is responsible for working as an instructional team member in providing world‑class educational activities for young children. The position is also responsible for certain non‑instructional and concept/skill reinforcement tasks and for providing children with additional opportunities for professional adult/scholar relationships.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Obtained an associate degree (AA) in early childhood education, child development or the equivalent; or
• A valid classroom CDA credential; or
• Completed at least a High School diploma/GED and must be willing to obtain a CDA or associate degree in early childhood education, child development, or the equivalent within two years from the date of hire.

Preferred:

• Experience working with scholars with disabilities, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to interact with children, parents, staff, and community in a courteous and respectful manner
• Experience working with children
• Respect for the confidentiality requirements of information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it
• Willingness to participate in 16 hours of ongoing training yearly to meet childcare licensing regulations
• Ability to participate as a member of a diverse team in a school environment
• Must pass health requirements for the position, including a physical that ensures ability to perform Pre‑K duties with a negative TB result (licensing requirement)

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act include, but are not limited to, the following duties and tasks. Regular on‑time and in‑person attendance is an essential function of this job.

• Participate actively in school building activities, meetings, parent conferences, staffing, training, IEP when appropriate, as determined by the building administration or the assigned certified teacher
• Present lessons to individual children or small groups, assist in introductions of information and concepts, selection, and preparation of materials, and consistently communicate behavior expectations as set by the certified teacher
• Assist with loading and unloading children from the buses
• Inform the certified teacher of any specific needs or concerns regarding children
• Follow suggestions as communicated by the teacher, admin, or KISD ECS
• Assist with the medical needs of scholars when needed
• Assist with the grooming needs of scholars’ self‑care
• Assist in preparing displays of scholar learning
• Secure, set up, and operate classroom technology and hands‑on teaching materials and equipment
• Perform clerical tasks such as taking attendance, documenting scholar learning, and filling out payroll forms
• Assist teacher in maintaining an orderly, clean, and organized classroom physical environment
• Assist…