GSRP Associate Teacher

Diocese of Grand Rapids; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Grand Rapids Saint Joseph campus is seeking a GSRP Associate Teacher to join a state-licensed preschool program. The role supports the lead teacher in a 20-student classroom during the school year, with a potential path to summer care for year-round work.

The focus is on creating a safe, nurturing environment and preparing children socially and academically for Kindergarten through collaborative teamwork with staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in ECE or CD.
• Center-Based Birth to Five CDA credential.
• Active CDA compliance plan in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in a GSRP room licensed for up to 20 students.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing environment and support social/academic readiness for Kindergarten.
• Work collaboratively with the team to support individualized learning.

Education

Associate degree in early childhood education or child development

Center-Based Birth to Five CDA credential

CDA compliance plan actively working on a CDA

Job description

When families choose our preschool program, they are enrolling their child in a welcoming individualized nurturing environment centered in God and in service to others . We are a state licensed Child Care program that focuses on the individual needs of each child. Our Saint Joseph campus is seeking a GSRP Associate Teacher. The position is a school year position that ends each June. Candidates have an option to move into a summer care teacher position if year round is desired. Our GSRP room is licensed for up to 20 students where you will assist the lead teacher.

Job Goal

The goal of a Divine Providence Academy teacher is to provide a safe and secure learning environment for families and children.The teacher will work in a collaborative environment to support children as learners and foster independence to get them ready socially and academically for Kindergarten

Qualifications for position:

• An associate degree in early childhood education or child development or the equivalent; or
• A valid Center-Based Birth to Five CDA credential; or
• A compliance plan actively working on a CDA

This is a school year position with the option of working in summer care outside of the school year.