GSRP Lead Teacher

Lake Superior Academy is hiring a full time GSRP Lead Teacher. Must have a Teacher Certification.

Lake Superior Academy located in Sault Ste Marie is a tuition free public school academy serving children in grades K-5th. Our vision is to help each student develop a happy heart, an eagerness to learn and a strong foundation for success. We employ instructional methods that foster creativity, exploration, and strong problem-solving skills while also ensuring accountability for student progress.

Lake Superior Academy's educational program includes:

• Multi-age classrooms
• Outdoor classroom/instruction
• Environmental focus
• Individualized curriculum
• Hands-on learning experiences utilizing Montessori educational materials
• Character building and peace education
• State certified/Montessori trained teachers

All LSA applicants need to be reliable, trustworthy and ready to join a team of positive, problem solvers. Teachers passionately prepare lesson plans focused on the social, physical, intellectual and emotional development of their students. Each teacher is expected to create a nurturing community within their classrooms where their students feel safe, respected and challenged.

To be successful as a teacher with LSA, you should be a lifelong learner who inspires a love for learning in your students. Outstanding candidates are able to accept failure, learn from their mistakes, and embrace creativity and independence.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated GSRP Lead Teacher to join our team. The GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program) Lead Teacher is responsible for the planning, implementation, and assessment of a comprehensive early childhood education program. The Lead Teacher will create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in alignment with state standards and best practices in early childhood education.

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the GSRP standards and cater to diverse learning styles
• Use various teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles and developmental needs.
• Supervise and provide guidance to assistant teachers and support staff, promoting professional growth and team cohesion.
• Foster positive relationships with children, promoting social skills, emotional intelligence, and self-regulation.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of student progress, documenting achievements and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
• Regular and predictable attendance

• Supervision of multiple students at once
• Establishing routines and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement instructional plans
• Participate in continuous professional development
• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
• Stand and walk frequently
• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
• Withstand a moderate noise level
• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary
• Assist/lift students, as necessary

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan with a ZA or ZS endorsement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the…