GSRP Lead Teacher

Grosse-Pointe-Public-School-System; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Pension

Job summary

Grosse Pointe Public Schools System is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher for the GSRP program. The role focuses on implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom, and collaborating with specialists to meet licensing standards.

Responsibilities include family communication, ongoing assessment, and documentation. Requires Michigan teaching credentials with ECE endorsements or a preschool-focused degree, plus a preschool CDA when applicable.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with ECE endorsements (ZA/ZS/ZN/ZO) or
• Bachelor's degree in ECE/child development with preschool specialization documented by transcript.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate program using Creative Curriculum.
• Utilizes Early Childhood PBIS in classroom.
• Communicates regularly with Director of Preschool Services and specialists.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Develops effective parent communication and safety practices.
• Observes and assesses children's growth with formal/informal tools.
• Conducts two conferences with parents annually and two home visits.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development with preschool specialization

Bachelor's degree in elementary teaching with Preschool CDA

Job description

Responsible To:

Director of Preschool Services; Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, Superintendent

Supervises:

Associate teachers, volunteers and children in the program.

Location:

Ferry Elementary School or Maire Elementary School

CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS:

Lead Teachers must meet the GSRP qualifications upon hire. A Lead Teacher will be considered credentialed for the position with minimally any of the following:

• A valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, Early Childhood General and Special Education birth-kindergarten (ZN) or Lower Elementary Education PK (ZO) endorsement; OR
• A bachelor's degree in early childhood education or child development with a specialization in preschool teaching. The transcript will document a major, rather than a minor, in child development or early childhood education; OR

A bachelor's degree in elementary teaching with a valid Preschool CDA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate program using the Creative Curriculum in an all inclusive classroom setting.
• Utilizes Early Childhood Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports
• Communicates regularly with administrative support including Director of Preschool Services and dedicated specialists assigned to the GSRP program.
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains program equipment and supplies and maintains an up-to-date inventory list.
• Develops effective communication with the parents of children enrolled in the program.
• Provides a safe, nurturing, child-oriented environment and meets Environmental Health guidelines regarding cleanliness.
• Assists Director of Preschool Services in ensuring the site meets state licensing regulations, Great Start to Quality standards and GSRP guidelines.
• Completes all appropriate paperwork including but not limited to lesson plans, purchase order requisitions, attendance records and accident reports.
• Observes and assesses children's growth using formal and informal instruments and maintains a portfolio for each child.
• Conducts 2 conferences with parents throughout the year.
• Plans and conducts 2 home visits each year.
• Supervises classroom assistants and provides input for performance evaluation.
• Communicates and works closely with GSRP classroom consultant.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk over 60% of the work day in order to supervise children throughout daily activities, walk throughout the school, participate in Gym and Playground activities.
• Must have the physical stamina to care for energetic young children.
• Required to lift (7 -50 pounds), bend, sit on the floor, run and engage in other physical activities.
• Assist with toileting needs

Job Qualifications:

• Comprehensive background check, health and safety training, signed child abuse form.
• CPR and First Aid Training (provided through the program)
• Must be able to adequately carry out all above mentioned job responsibilities.
• Be punctual and in attendance daily.
• Complete all mandatory professional development.

Working Conditions:

• Program hours are 8:00am-4:30pm
• Children in session 7 hours 10 minutes/day
• Monday-Friday
• 23.96 - 27.84
• Paid holidays, paid time off
• Pension

Position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate must meet the State standard for a clear criminal history and provide a comprehensive background check.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Grosse Pointe Public Schools System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation's to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application call, 313-432-3018 or email: [e-mail]. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination regarding your request for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Lillie Loder, Director of Student Services

20090 Morningside Drive

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Phone: [phone]

[e-mail];

If the individual filling the grievance alleges that the Section 504/ADA coordinator has engaged in discrimination, then the individual filing the grievance must provide the documentation to:

Deputy Superintendent for Educational Services

20601 Morningside Drive

Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Phone: [phone]

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

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