Great Start Readiness Program Teacher (GSRP)

Young World Physical Education; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 49,028 - 94,614; Full time

Job summary

Clintondale Community Schools seeks a Great Start Readiness Program Teacher (GSRP) to lead, plan, supervise, and implement a developmentally appropriate early childhood program. The role is a 5-day-a-week union position with responsibilities spanning curriculum delivery, assessment, family engagement, and recordkeeping.

Starting September 1, 2026, the salary ranges from $49,028 to $94,614 per year, with qualifications including a 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, an endorsement ZA/ZS,

Qualifications

• 4 Year Degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Early Childhood Endorsement ZA/ZS is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Experience with four-year-olds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 to ensure quality programming and maintain a high-level PQA rating.
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities.
• Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
• Participate in-home visits with an associate teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational needs of their children.
• Complete required progress reports and other paperwork.
• Maintain inventory of classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.

Education

4 Year Degree in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Endorsement ZA/ZS

CPR Certification

Job description

Great Start Readiness Program Teacher (GSRP)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5399070
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediate

Job Description

SUMMARY

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 Program (GSRP). This position is a CEA union position and will be 5 days a week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $49,028 to $94,614 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

EEO Statement

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 Disabilities 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.