Lead GSRP Teacher / Assistant Director

Birth Toddlers & Beyond•Hudson Township, MI

1d•$15 - $17

About The Position

This is a dual-role position combining direct classroom teaching with leadership and administrative responsibilities. The Lead GSRP Teacher / Assistant Director leads a GSRP classroom, supports teachers, assists with daily center operations, and works closely with the Center Director to help ensure a high-quality early childhood education program. The role is hands-on and not primarily office-based; it requires spending a significant portion of the workday working directly with children while also handling leadership, staff supervision, and administrative duties.

Requirements

Previous experience in early childhood education or a childcare setting.
Knowledge of GSRP program requirements and early childhood development.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to develop lesson plans and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
Ability to guide, support, and mentor classroom teachers.
Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements and safety regulations.
Education and credentials must meet applicable Michigan GSRP and childcare licensing requirements.
Passion for early childhood education and enjoyment of actively working in a classroom.
Ability to balance teaching responsibilities with leadership and administrative duties.
Organized, dependable, flexible, and proactive approach, with initiative and a willingness to lead by example.

Nice To Haves

Previous Lead Teacher, GSRP, or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the daily operations of the GSRP classroom.
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and learning activities aligned with GSRP standards.
Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
Monitor and support children's academic, social, emotional, and developmental progress.
Maintain accurate classroom records, attendance, assessments, and required documentation.
Communicate regularly with parents and families about children's progress and classroom activities.
Ensure compliance with GSRP program guidelines, childcare licensing requirements, and health and safety regulations.
Assist the Center Director with daily center operations and administrative tasks.
Support, guide, and mentor teachers and classroom staff.
Help coordinate staff schedules and classroom coverage.
Monitor classroom environments and ensure staff follow center policies and procedures.
Assist with maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
Help address classroom concerns and provide support when needed.
Assist with staff onboarding, training, and professional development.
Help maintain positive relationships with families, employees, and management.
Remain actively involved in classroom activities and step in to support different classrooms when needed.