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GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher

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Westland, MI
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Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Teaching Certificate With ZA/ZS EndorsementBachelor's degree

Job overview

Learning Care Group is hiring a GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher. The GSRP Lead Teacher plans and implements daily lessons, conducts child observations and assessments, collaborates with associate teachers, develops Individual Development Plans, ensures compliance with standards, participates in professional development, and communicates effectively with families while supporting 4‑year‑old children in Westland, MI.

Key focus areas include Plan and implement daily lessons using the approved GSRP curriculum, Conduct child observations and assessments using approved tools, and Collaborate with the associate teacher and classroom team to ensure high-quality instruction and classroom management.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Early Childhood Education, Bachelor's Degree In Child Development, and Valid Teaching Certificate With ZA/ZS Endorsement. Important skills include Planning Daily Lessons, Implementing Daily Lessons, Child Observations, Assessments, Classroom Management, and Developing Individual Development Plans.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

Planning Daily LessonsImplementing Daily LessonsChild ObservationsAssessmentsClassroom ManagementDeveloping Individual Development PlansParent-Teacher ConferencesCompliance With GSRP StandardsCompliance With Licensing RulesCompliance With Program Quality ExpectationsProfessional DevelopmentCoachingEffective CommunicationCompassionateCuriousCommittedCreating Educational Lesson PlansPhysical Activity With ChildrenCompassionCuriosityCommitmentEngage in Physical Activity With ChildrenHigh-Quality InstructionLeading Parent-Teacher ConferencesCommunicating With FamiliesCommunicating With ColleaguesCommunicating With Community Partners

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood EducationBachelor's Degree in Child DevelopmentValid Teaching Certificate With ZA/ZS EndorsementExperience Leading a ClassroomMeet State Requirements for EducationMeet Childcare Center RequirementsAbility to Work Indoors or OutdoorsEngage in Physical Activity With ChildrenDegree in Elementary Education

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

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GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher

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  • Brand: Childtime Learning Centers

  • Location:

34203 Ford Rd

Westland,

MI

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

  • You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.

  • You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.

  • You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.

  • You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan's state-funded, nationally recognized, Pre-K program for 4-year-old children. The GSRP Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant.

As a Lead GSRP Teacher, you’ll:

  • 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 ensure 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

We’re seeking compassionate, curious, and committed educators who are eager to make a lasting impact. Candidates should bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement

  • Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans

  • The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.

  • The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

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Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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