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 according to each child's needs and the requirements of the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) grant. The role involves implementing the approved curriculum, monitoring children's development, collaborating with the classroom team, and maintaining compliance with program and licensing standards. The teacher also develops Individual Development Plans (IDPs), leads parent-teacher conferences, participates in professional development and coaching, and communicates with families, colleagues, and community partners. The position requires working indoors or outdoors and engaging in physical activity with children. Learning Care Group describes its childcare programs as research-based and designed to support holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
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 the childcare center's 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
