Lead GSRP Teacher Job Pontiac area,Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

Position Summary

The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year olds, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining program quality and documentation as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual, Preschool Program Quality Assessment (PQA), and DHS licensing guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Early Childhood (ZA or ZS) endorsement

Qualifications

Teaching experience with early childhood/preschool children, particularly with at-risk children
Must have worked in a GSRP class
Training and experience with research‑based preschool curricula with knowledge of Early Childhood
Certification in CPR and First Aid
Minimum Associate Degree in a child related field
Work effectively, make decisions, and problem solve collaboratively within a team
Work well with diverse families and engage parents as full partners in their child’s learning
Ability to act as a resource person for families
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and teachers

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 and provide age‑appropriate instructional support

Meet with Early Childhood Specialist as needed to ensure quality programming and maintain a high‑level PQA rating

Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities as requested

Consider the associate teacher an essential member of the teaching team

Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision‑making

Empower the associate teacher to monitor behavior and support the educational process in the classroom

Participate in home visits with associate teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational needs of their children

Organize and maintain records for grant and licensing purposes

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, and assist in student selection

Maintain inventory of classroom equipment, materials and supplies

Schedule parent/family activities

Develop newsletters and informational materials for families

Able to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits, recruitment events, open house

Perform other duties as assigned

Conditions of Employment

Employment Date:
August 25, 2023 - June 14, 2024 (Yearly contract)

Employment Type:

Salary & Fringes – Full time, contract position, at‑will position.

Salary: $37,000-$42,000 annual;
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.

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