GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Clarkston; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Clarkston is actively seeking a qualified GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher to lead a state-funded 4-year-old classroom for the school year. You will guide lesson planning and engage children across literacy, math, language, and social-emotional development.

A bachelor's in Early Childhood Education is beneficial, but Michigan-approved GSRP qualification pathways are accepted, and other MiLEAP routes may apply.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet at least one Michigan-approved GSRP Lead Teacher qualification pathway.
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a preschool specialization.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a valid Preschool CDA.
• Another MiLEAP-approved pathway.

Responsibilities

• Lead a GSRP preschool classroom serving 4-year-old children.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with Michigan GSRP standards.
• Support early literacy, math, language, and social-emotional development.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Complete child assessments, observations, and required GSRP documentation.
• Communicate with families and conduct parent conferences.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership.
• Maintain Michigan childcare licensing and GSRP program compliance.

Skills

Preschool teaching experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Developmentally appropriate practice

Collaboration with families

Education

Michigan-approved GSRP Lead Teacher pathway

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (preschool)

Bachelor's in Elementary Education + Preschool CDA

MiLEAP pathway acceptance

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Clarkston, MI

Salary: $38,000-$42,000 per GSRP school year

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | School-Year Position

About the Opportunity

Are you a Preschool Teacher looking for a school-year teaching position? The Learning Experience - Clarkston is hiring a GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher to lead a state-funded preschool classroom for 4-year-old children.

We're looking for an experienced early childhood educator who loves creating engaging learning experiences, preparing children for kindergarten, and building meaningful relationships with families.

Multiple Michigan-approved qualification pathways are accepted. A bachelor's degree specifically in Early Childhood Education is not required if you meet another approved GSRP pathway.

What You'll Do

• Lead a GSRP preschool classroom serving 4-year-old children
• Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with Michigan GSRP standards
• Support early literacy, math, language, and social-emotional development
• Create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom
• Complete child assessments, observations, and required GSRP documentation
• Communicate with families and conduct parent conferences
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership
• Maintain Michigan childcare licensing and GSRP program compliance

Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one Michigan-approved GSRP Lead Teacher qualification pathway, including:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a qualifying early childhood endorsement
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a preschool specialization
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a valid Preschool CDA
• Another qualification pathway approved by Michigan MiLEAP for GSRP Lead Teachers

Additional qualifications

• Previous preschool or early childhood teaching experience preferred
• GSRP teaching experience is a plus
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate preschool practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and teaching teams

What We Offer

• $38,000-$42,000 for the GSRP school year
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for professional growth

We welcome applications from qualified preschool educators who meet Michigan's GSRP Lead Teacher requirements.

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.