GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher
Learning Care Group
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.
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