Contact Person: Lisa Bazinaw

Job Location:
North Branch Early Learning Center
6655 Jefferson St, North Branch, MI 48461

Job Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The GSRP Associate Teacher is responsible for assisting in the planning, supervision, and implementation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program in order to meet the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of the children in the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP).

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Associate’s degree (AAS) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or a valid Classroom Preschool CDA credential
Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in an early childhood setting, GSRP preferred
Maintains current CPR and first aid certification

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist in presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises in compliance with curriculum for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom goals and objectives
Support the GSRP Lead Teacher in the instructional process
Assist the GSRP Lead Teacher in evaluating progress of classroom objectives
Assist GSRP Lead Teacher(s) in using a team-teaching classroom approach
Participate in home visits
Report observations and incidents relating to specific students and communicate information to GSRP Lead Teacher
Follow directions of supervising GSRP Preschool Teacher
Assist students individually or in small groups through practice and study activities following presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel
Assist in the supervision of students during daily instructional activities
Assist in managing student discipline through use of positive reinforcement strategies
Use and apply technology when working with students
Participate in in-service and training as required by licensing, the Lapeer ISD, etc.
Assist children in the development of speaking, writing, reading and listening skills
Under the direction of the GSRP Lead Teacher, prepare materials and assist in the delivery of the educational program
Respect the confidentiality of the GSRP Lead Teacher, students and parents
Maintain a working knowledge of school routines, emergency procedures and school discipline policy
Follows all regulations pertaining to the GSRP Implementation Manual, Michigan Childcare Licensing and Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) or School Lunch Program
Performs other related duties as assigned

Closing Date for Job:  05/09/2025