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Pace Academy

GSRP PreK Lead Teacher

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: 2 locations (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

$66,944 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking a GSRP PreK Lead Teacher to join our Team! If you are passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a lasting impact on young minds, we want to speak to you!

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid State of Michigan Teacher Certification with a ZS or ZA endorsement 2. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education with specialization in pre-k teaching. 3. Minimum of three - five (3-5) years of successful work experience working with young children in a group. 4. Meet all requirements established by the Michigan Department of Human and Health Services (DHHS), as applicable.

NATURE OF THE POSITION

This position is responsible for the instructional program for the subject matter assigned. The Lead Teacher must provide students of the Academy's preschool program with instructional tools to develop skills required to successfully meet the State of Michigan education requirements. The scope of all authorities includes all issues or concerns regarding educating children.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION

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. Stimulate interest and creative abilities of the children to promote intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development. Post weekly lesson plans. Maintain an orderly physical environment conductive 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 cleaning up after meal and snack times. Conduct home visits as required. Attend staff meetings and all professional development. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires frequent standing and walking throughout building and school grounds. Ability to stoop, crouch, kneel and bend occasionally. Occasionally lifts and carry materials or items weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to use senses - sight, hearing, smell, and touch. Ability to type; uses hand/eye coordination for typing and data entry.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Satisfactory criminal background check. Must have a valid Driver's license. Must meet the DHS vaccination requirement(s).

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Must have knowledge of child development. Must have knowledge of early childhood experience. Respond to all levels of supervision.