GSRP TEACHER - 2026-27 (Non-Unit)

Summary We are seeking a dedicated and passionate GSRP (Great Start Readiness Program) Teacher to join our team for the 2026-27 school year. Teachers will have the opportunity to work in our brand new, state-of-the-art Lake Shore Early Childhood Center , designed to provide an exceptional learning environment for our youngest learners. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality preschool instruction to eligible four-year-old children, creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that fosters the intellectual, social, and emotional development of young learners. This full-time position requires a commitment to educational excellence, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement with families to support school readiness and student success. Responsibilities Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the Michigan Great Start Readiness Program guidelines and Early Childhood Standards of Quality. Create a positive, inclusive, and language-rich classroom environment that supports the development of the whole child. Assess and monitor student development and progress using required GSRP assessment tools, providing feedback to families on an ongoing basis. Adapt instructional methods and materials to meet the diverse developmental needs, learning styles, and cultural backgrounds of preschool students. Foster school readiness by incorporating play-based learning, hands-on activities, literacy, and early numeracy into daily instruction. Collaborate with co-teachers, classroom aides, and support staff to implement individualized plans and ensure consistent learning experiences. Establish and maintain partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences. Participate in required GSRP professional development, coaching, and program evaluation activities. Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation including attendance, assessments, and individualized education plans as applicable. Support the social-emotional development of students by promoting positive behavior, self-regulation, and conflict resolution skills. Coordinate with community partners, social service agencies, and early childhood programs to support the needs of enrolled families. Ensure adherence to all GSRP program requirements, district policies, and state licensing regulations. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (required); a ZA or ZS endorsement or ability to obtain one preferred. Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an Early Childhood (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, or eligibility for a GSRP classroom teacher permit. Knowledge of and experience with developmentally appropriate practice for preschool-age children. Familiarity with Michigan's Great Start Readiness Program guidelines, the Early Childhood Standards of Quality, and required assessment tools. Strong understanding of child development, emergent literacy, and early learning frameworks. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Experience working with children from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. Proficiency in using technology for instruction, assessment, documentation, and communication. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with co-teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students. Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Work Schedule 182 Days as forth in Individual Employment Contract. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works in standard school environment. Standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Communicate successfully through speaking with a variety of persons. Sit and stand extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech in classroom levels, and throughout the school building. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substances (including marijuana) in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.