GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher
About The Position
The GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, assessing, and instructing 4-year-old children in accordance with each child's needs and the requirements of the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) grant. The role involves implementing the approved curriculum, supporting classroom quality and compliance, and partnering with families and colleagues to promote children's development. Learning Care Group, Inc. describes itself as North America's second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. It offers programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years through a family of brands, with facilities, technology, and curriculum developed by its in-house Education team. Its stated promise is to support children's holistic development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment, prepare them for school, and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Elementary Education, or a valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement.
- Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
- Ability to meet state education requirements and childcare center requirements.
- Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
Responsibilities
- 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 support 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
