Pre-K - GSRP Associate Teacher (2818)

Rochester Community Schools•Rochester, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-K GSRP Associate Teacher will provide a nurturing, safe environment that offers a developmentally appropriate learning experience for preschoolers. This role focuses on facilitating knowledge and skills based on the HighScope Preschool Curriculum, aligned with the Early Childhood Standards of Quality (Birth to Kindergarten). The Associate Teacher will work collaboratively with the GSRP Teacher in a team-teaching model, implementing the HighScope curriculum with fidelity and maintaining positive relationships with all program members.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education.
CDA (Child Development Credential) or currently enrolled in a CDA program.
Certification in CPR and First Aid.
Ability to obtain school and child care fingerprinting/background check.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, which may include bending, lifting, reaching overhead, moving throughout indoor and outdoor environments, and actively engaging in activities with young children.
Regular, reliable and punctual attendance required.

Nice To Haves

Trained in and experience in using the HighScope preschool curriculum and HighScope COR assessment preferred.
GSRP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates growth in Competency Areas as outlined in the current Michigan Core Knowledge and Core Competencies for the Early Care and Education Workforce document.
Meets qualifications and responsibilities for the role as stated in the current Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers published by the State of Michigan.
Adheres to all sections of the current GSRP Implementation Manual.
Adheres to the current Code of Ethical Conduct published by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Complies with all current Rochester Community Schools Board Policies and the Rochester Community Schools Early Childhood Personnel Manual.
Implements the HighScope Preschool curriculum with fidelity as measured by the state recommended program quality tool and child growth in Child Observation Record Advantage (COR Advantage).
Plans and implements all parts of the daily routine based on a team-teaching model with GSRP Teacher.
Consults with the Early Childhood Director and/or Early Childhood Coordinator to discuss issues and to establish appropriate strategies for dealing with child behavior.
Establishes and maintains positive relationships with program members, including children, staff, families, and the external community.
Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance to ensure consistent support and continuity of services for students, staff, and district operations.
Attends professional development as required.
Keeps accurate records and meets deadlines while maintaining confidentiality.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Early Childhood Director.