GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience • Clarkston, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience - Clarkston is hiring a GSRP Preschool Lead Teacher to lead a state-funded preschool classroom serving 4-year-old children. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday school-year position. The teacher plans and implements engaging lessons aligned with Michigan GSRP standards, supports children's early literacy, math, language, and social-emotional development, and creates a positive, nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom. The role includes conducting child assessments and observations, completing required GSRP documentation, communicating with families and conducting parent conferences, collaborating with Assistant Teachers and center leadership, and maintaining Michigan childcare licensing and GSRP program compliance.

Applicants must meet at least one Michigan-approved GSRP Lead Teacher qualification pathway. A bachelor's degree specifically in Early Childhood Education is not required if the applicant qualifies through another approved pathway. The employer offers a salary of $38,000-$42,000 for the GSRP school year, professional development and training, an employee childcare discount, supportive leadership, a collaborative teaching team, and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Meet at least one Michigan-approved GSRP Lead Teacher qualification pathway, such as a valid Michigan teaching certificate with a qualifying early childhood endorsement; a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a preschool specialization; a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a valid Preschool CDA; or another qualification pathway approved by Michigan MiLEAP for GSRP Lead Teachers.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate preschool practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and teaching teams.

Nice To Haves

• Previous preschool or early childhood teaching experience preferred.
• GSRP teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a GSRP preschool classroom serving 4-year-old children.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with Michigan GSRP standards.
• Support early literacy, math, language, and social-emotional development.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Complete child assessments, observations, and required GSRP documentation.
• Communicate with families and conduct parent conferences.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and center leadership.
• Maintain Michigan childcare licensing and GSRP program compliance.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training and development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Employee childcare discount
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed