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Job Title: Lead Preschool Teacher – Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) and 4's AM class
Employment Type: Part-Time, School Year
About the Role
First Presbyterian Preschool is seeking a dedicated and nurturing GSRP and 4's AM class Lead Teacher to join our team in Holland. As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a high-quality, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for four-year-olds. You will implement research-based curricula and work closely with families to ensure every child is prepared for kindergarten.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Benefits & Schedule
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Marina Tronrud at [email protected].
Employment Type: Part-Time, School Year
About the Role
First Presbyterian Preschool is seeking a dedicated and nurturing GSRP and 4's AM class Lead Teacher to join our team in Holland. As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a high-quality, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for four-year-olds. You will implement research-based curricula and work closely with families to ensure every child is prepared for kindergarten.
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum & Instruction: Plan and implement daily lessons using GSRP-approved curricula (e.g., Creative Curriculum) that support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
- Assessment: Conduct ongoing child observations and assessments to track progress and tailor instruction.
- Family Engagement: Conduct required parent-teacher conferences and home visits to build strong home-school connections.
- Compliance: Maintain classroom environments that meet Michigan Licensing (LARA) and GSRP implementation standards.
- Leadership: Supervise and collaborate with the classroom aide and classroom volunteers to foster a positive team environment.
Required Qualifications
- A valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, Birth-K, or PK-3 endorsement; or
- A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or child development with a specialization in preschool teaching. The transcript will document a major, rather than a minor, in child development or early childhood education.
Benefits & Schedule
- Competitive salary based on education and experience.
- Professional development opportunities and teacher planning time.
- A supportive, community-focused work environment in the heart of Holland.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Marina Tronrud at [email protected].
