GSRP Lead Teacher

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Swartz Creek (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a full-time GSRP teacher responsible for coordinating early childhood curriculum and managing classroom operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a teaching team effectively. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment and includes benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k).

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience required.
• Strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum for young children.
• Lead and model teaching team success.
• Communicate frequently with parents and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

• Position Type:
  Early Childhood Education/ Early Childhood
  
  

The GSRP teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience and a bachelors degree.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: 8am-4pm

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Postings current as of 6/15/2025 11:49:04 AM CST.

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