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GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group

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#Education#Professional Development#Child Development#Classroom Management#Assessment#Early Childhood Education#Curriculum#Lesson Planning#Instruction
#Pre-K
#Childcare
#Parent-Teacher Conferences
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Location

Okemos, Michigan

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing daily lessons while conducting child assessments to meet GSRP grant requirements. They must also collaborate with the classroom team and communicate effectively with families to ensure high-quality instruction.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a valid teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements. Experience in leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans is required.

bachelor degreeRegulatory ComplianceCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementProfessional DevelopmentLesson PlanningInstructional DesignEarly Childhood EducationChild AssessmentIndividual Development PlanningParent-Teacher Communication

Job description

The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan's state-funded, nationally recognized, Pre-K program for 4-year-old children. The GSRP Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant.

As a Lead GSRP Teacher, you’ll

  • Plan and implement daily lessons using the approved GSRP curriculum
  • Conduct child observations and assessments using approved tools
  • Collaborate with the associate teacher and classroom team to ensure high-quality instruction and classroom management
  • Develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each child and lead parent-teacher conferences
  • Ensure compliance with GSRP standards, licensing rules, and program quality expectations
  • Participate in required professional development and coaching
  • Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and community partners
  • We’re seeking compassionate, curious, and committed educators who are eager to make a lasting impact. Candidates should bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement
  • Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
  • The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
  • The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.

Our Promise

We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success

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Learning Care Group

Learning Care is where childhood is nurtured with love. For more than 50 years, we’ve partnered with families to provide safe, caring early education for children from infancy through school age. Here, children feel valued, build lasting friendships, explore with confidence, and...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
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HQNovi, MI

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Market context

Michigan Pre-K lead teacher demand

Michigan GSRP lead teacher roles are often competitive because districts and early childhood programs look for candidates who can lead a classroom and meet state childcare requirements, along with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement. This role is a fit for applicants with early childhood leadership experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your endorsement, degree, and classroom leadership experience before applying.

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