Job Title: GSRP Associate Teacher (Part-Time, Morning)
Location: Nottawa Community School, Sturgis, MI
Position Type: Part-Time (School Year, 10-Month Position)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 11:30 AM
Reports To: GSRP Lead Teacher / Early Childhood Administrator

Job Summary:

Nottawa Community School is seeking a nurturing and motivated GSRP Associate Teacher to support a high-quality preschool program serving eligible four-year-old children. This is a part-time, morning-only position supporting our state-funded Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), designed to promote school readiness and whole-child development. The associate teacher will collaborate with the lead teacher to ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.  *This part-time position may be combined with other roles or responsibilities within Nottawa Community School to create a full-time opportunity. Interested candidates are encouraged to inquire about additional openings or duties that may complement this position.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with planning and implementing engaging, play-based learning activities aligned with the High Scope curriculum.
• Support classroom routines, small-group learning, and individual student needs.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Observe, document, and support the assessment of children's developmental progress.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and GSRP trainings as required.
• Complete classroom clerical and record keeping duties (i.e. attendance, lunch count, personnel activity report, etc.).
• Operate a variety of school equipment (computer, copy machine, etc.).
• Complete accident and/or incident reports as needed.
• Participate in yearly CPI, CPR/AED and first-aid training biyearly.
• Attend and provide input at student/staff/team meetings and in-service when required.
• Actively seeks advice and information relating to job.
• Adhere to the rules of confidentiality (FERPA).
• Use universal precautions at all times for personal health and safety.
• Complete other school related responsibilities as assigned by the principal.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or valid CDA credential.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Must pass comprehensive background checks and meet all state licensing requirements.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Familiarity with the HighScope curriculum and the GSRP model.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience and education $15 to $18 per hour.
• Paid professional development opportunities.
• Part-time role with potential for growth within the program.

 

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title I ask of the Education Amendments of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Elliott Larson Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Nottawa Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. For information, contact Jerome Wolff, principal/superintendent or Brenda Walls, Administrative Assistant at 26438 M-86 Sturgis, Michigan 49091 or (269)-467-7153