GSRP Lead Teacher — Elevate Preschool Learning

Commonwealth Community Development Academy; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Community Development Academy seeks a dynamic GSRP Lead Teacher to lead our preschool program in Detroit, MI. The role focuses on delivering a developmentally appropriate instructional program aligned with Michigan requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Michigan teacher certificate (ZS/ZA) and a bachelor's in early childhood education with preschool specialization, with 3–5 years of relevant experience and a commitment to fostering growth and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Valid State of Michigan Teacher Certification with a ZS or ZA endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education with specialization in pre-k teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily activities according to the interests and abilities of the children in assigned groups.
• Plan and conduct structured and unstructured activities in a variety of curricular areas, offering several choices each day.
• Post weekly lesson plans.
• Maintain an orderly physical environment conducive to optimal growth and development of children.
• Observe and record significant individual and group behavior.
• Communicate with parents with respect to their child's development and behavior.
• Inform the Director of pre-k programs of any pertinent information related to parents and children.
• Understand and maintain goals and objectives of the Academy's preschool program.
• Assemble and bring snacks and lunch from kitchen to assigned classroom, supervise children at meal and snack times. Responsible for clean up after meal and snack times.
• Conduct home visits as required.
• Attend staff meetings and all professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education with specialization in pre-k teaching

Michigan Teacher Certification with ZS/ZA endorsement

Job description

Commonwealth Community Development Academy seeks a dynamic GSRP Lead Teacher to lead our preschool program in Detroit, MI. The role focuses on delivering a developmentally appropriate instructional program aligned with Michigan requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Michigan teacher certificate (ZS/ZA) and a bachelor's in early childhood education with preschool specialization, with 3–5 years of relevant experience and a commitment to fostering growth and family engagement.