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Job Summary:

The Great Staff Readiness Program (GSRP) Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year old children, based on the needs of each child, and the requirements of the GSRP grant. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining the program as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual, Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and DHS licensing guidelines.

Responsibilities:

The Great Start Readiness Program is Michigan's grant funded preschool program for 4-year old children who have factors such as low incomes that might put them at risk for school success.

This is a very high-quality early childhood program that follows all rules and regulations of the Michigan Department of Education. This position requires one who is a personable and dependable person with a strong work ethic.

• Implement developmentally-appropriate instruction for children using research-based curriculum Follow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelines Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide age-appropriate instructional support.
• Creates a welcoming and effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of children's work.
• Meet with Early Childhood Specialist as needed to ensure quality programming and maintain a high-level CI ASS rating.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and other scheduled program activities.
• Assist in the orientation and training of associate teachers.
• Consider the associate teacher an essential member of the teaching team.
• Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision-making Empower the associate teacher to monitor behavior and support the educational process in the classroom.
• Participate in home visits with associate teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational needs of their children.
• Organize and maintain records for grant and licensing purposes.
• Create and update anecdotal records and portfolios for each child.
• Assess program family needs and assists with follow up.
• Conduct two home visits per year for each child in the progralll.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a specialization in preschool teaching or
• A valid MI teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education endorsement (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement.
• Preschool experience, especially with High Scope curriculum and COR Advantage assessment, is desired.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Certified or willingness to be certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Must pass criminal background clearance and DHS Clearance.

The Board of Education of Ashley Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities including employment opportunities.