Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher

Memspa; Michigan; On-site; USD 49,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Clintondale Community Schools in Michigan seeks a Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher to plan, supervise and implement a developmentally appropriate early childhood program for social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth.

The lead teacher will collaborate with an associate teacher, participate in home visits, maintain records, prepare progress reports, and support family involvement within the GSRP framework.

Qualifications

• 4 Year Degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA/ZS) required.
• Previous Preschool experience preferred.
• Ability to work with four-year-old students.
• CPR Certification required.
• Alternative qualifications may be considered as appropriate by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate instruction for children.
• Follow the daily schedule per curriculum and GSRP guidelines.
• Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide instruction.
• Meet with Early Childhood Specialist to ensure quality programming and maintain PQA rating.
• Attend staff meetings and program activities as requested.
• Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning and decision-making.
• Support the associate teacher in behavior monitoring and classroom facilitation.
• Participate in home visits to partner with families.
• Maintain records for grant and licensing purposes.
• Create and update anecdotal records and portfolios for each child.
• Complete progress reports and required paperwork.
• Assist in district recruitment and student selection.

Skills

CPR Certification

Preschool Experience

Ability to work with four-year-olds

Education

4 Year Degree in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA/ZS)

Job description

Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher

Deadline: September 30, 2026
District/Organization: Clintondale Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: 49,028.00 to 94,614.00

The Lead teacher is responsible for the planning, supervision, and implementation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program in order to meet the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of the children in the Great Start Readiness Progeam (GSRP). This position is aCEA union position and will be 5 days a week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND REPSONSIBILITIES

• Implement developmentally appropriate instruction for children.
• 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 an 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 Year Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA/ZS)
• Previous Pre-School experience preferred
• Ability to work with four-year-old students
• CPR Certification
• Such alternatives to the above qualification as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable

COMPENSATION

The compensation is outlined in the 2025-2028 CEA collective bargaining master agreement.

STARTING DATE

September 1, 2026

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of Clintondale Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, military status, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual orientation), disability, age (except as authorized by law), height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. If you have any questions or need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district, contact the Superintendent at 35100 Little Mack, Clinton Township, Michigan 48035.