GSRP Lead Teacher

STATE OF MICHIGAN GRANT FUNDED

LOCATION: Cardinal's Nest

EFFECTIVE DATE: 2026/2027 School Year

ABOUT US:
Davison Community Schools, home to approximately 5,500 students and over 1,300 school employees, is a place where excellence in education is a shared priority. With a balanced calendar that supports work-life balance, our high-performing schools thrive on a culture of collaboration, innovation, and student-centered success. We value and invest in our educators and staff, offering ongoing professional development, a supportive team environment, and a strong commitment to positive school culture. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing in your career, DCS is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lead Teacher takes charge of planning, assessing, and instructing four-year-old children. This role encompasses full implementation of the GSRP Program in accordance with the GSRP Implementation Manual, Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and State of Michigan LARA Guidelines. Working closely with the classroom team, the Lead Teacher ensures a high quality early learning experience for each child.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with one of the following:
  • Early Childhood Education endorsement (ZA)
  • Early Childhood PK - General and Special Education endorsement (ZS)
  • Early Childhood General and Special Education (B-K) endorsement (ZN)
  • Lower Elementary Education (PK-3) endorsement (ZO)
• OR Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a specialization in preschool teaching
• Experience working with preschool-aged children
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience with the implementation of The Creative Curriculum is preferred, but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with young children
• Completion of all required documentation and screenings before employment, including:
  • Criminal background check
  • LARA eligibility
  • Completion of all licensing-required training and requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
• Support daily classroom routines, including taking children outside in all seasons
• Coordinate and implement developmentally appropriate instruction using The Creative Curriculum
• Follow the daily schedule aligned with GSRP guidelines
• Conduct ASQ screenings and ongoing assessments, providing individualized instructional support
• Foster positive family involvement and engagement
• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Specialist to ensure quality programming and maintain a high CLASS rating
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other program activities as required
• Successfully mentor, direct, and collaborate with Associate Teacher and Child Care Provider, promoting teamwork and shared classroom leadership
• Effectively lead classroom staff in establishing a strong classroom community and maintaining a commitment to high-quality standards
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation for grant and licensing compliance
• Utilize the Smart Teach assessment tool to monitor student progress and guide instruction
• Conduct two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences annually for each child
• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that supports the diverse needs of young learners
• Flexibility and a willingness to continually learn and grow professionally
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position follows the Davison Community Schools calendar.
• Staff receive discounts for tuition based preschool and latchkey for their own children.

SALARY: Per DEA Master Agreement

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Early Learning Director and Cardinal's Nest Director

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Apply online at http://www.davisonschools.org

The district reserves the right to select the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and/or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 -- (810-591-0808).