Great Start Readiness Program ( GSRP ) Associate Teacher

Masonk12; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

School Closure Days

Retirement

Holidays per bargaining unit

Job summary

Mason Public Schools is seeking a Great Start Readiness Program Associate Teacher for in-person instruction at the Harvey Education Center. You will plan and implement engaging activities for school-aged children in a safe, nurturing environment, using leadership and creativity to run schedules and enrichment opportunities.

The role requires an AA/CDA credential and strong reliability. You’ll support 4-year-olds, follow childcare regulations, and participate in field trips and assessments while

Qualifications

• AA in early childhood education or child development or CDA credential (birth to five/preschool specialization) or Michigan 120 Hour approval

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher with daily activities
• Work with 4-year-olds in a safe setting
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Interact positively with children and families
• Assist with inputting child assessments
• Follow childcare license rules and regulations
• Participate in field trips, playground, and classroom activities

Skills

Positive attitude

Rapport with students and staff

Dependable

Organized

Initiative

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development or CDA credential

Tools

CPR certification

1st aid certification

Job description

Position Title: Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher

Location: Harvey Education Center/ Mason Public Schools / In-Person

Reports to: Principal

About Mason Public Schools: Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment.

Your journey starts here: Every Student. Every Day.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public School is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other.

Job Summary:

TheGSRPAssociate Teacher is responsible forplanning and implementing engaging activities for school aged children in a safe nurturing environment. This role uses strong leadership skills, creativity, and excitement for working with children. Some responsibilities include preparing activity schedules, organizing recreational and enrichment activities, and ensuring the safety of all children.

Qualifications Required:

• Associate’s degree (AA) in early childhood education or child development or the equivalent; or a valid classroom CDA credential (This needs to be birth to five or preschool specialization); or an existing 120 Hour approval from the Michigan Department of Education.
• Positive attitude and rapport with students and staff
• Must be dependable, neat, and organized
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative with activities

QualificationsDesired:

• Experience working with at-risk students and families
• Current 1staid certification
• Current CPR certification

Job Description:

• Perform duties assigned by the lead teacher
• Responsible for working with 4 year old children
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality for all school-related information
• Interact with children and families in a positive, caring, and concerned manner
• Responsible for helping input child assessment
• Must follow all childcare license rules and regulations
• Willingness and physically capable of walking distances and participating in all field trips, playground, and classroom activities

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking
• The position requires occasional lifting of supplies
• Work may take place both indoors and outdoors, with the possibility of some travel to other schools or field trip locations

Schedule:

8:15am-4:15pm (Monday-Thursday) 8:15 am-2:15pm (Friday)

Wages:

$16.21 per hour

Benefits:

Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, School Closure Days, Retirement, and Holidays per the bargaining unit agreement.

Deadline:

October 31, 2026

All candidates are required to complete the StyleProfile™ assessment as a component of their application. This assessment is intended to be one component of the information used to assist administrators during the selection process. Once the application has been submitted, the StyleProfile™ assessment will be assigned and sent to your email. The StyleProfile™ assessment is approximately 30 minutes in length and is a multiple-choiceformat.