GSRP - Associate Teacher

GSRP - Associate Teacher

Deadline: July 30, 2026

District/Organization: Armada Area Schools

Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Salary: based on experience and education

Position Details

GSRP-PreK FOR ALL - ASSOCIATE TEACHER

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

July 16, 2026

POSITION: Associate Teacher - Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP-PreK For All)

(Hours - 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Daily)

DEADLINE: July 30, 2026 (or until filled)

APPLY TO: Superintendent's Office, Armada Area Schools, 74500 Burk Street, Armada, MI

48005; Fax 586-784-4268; or email to ttomayko@armadaschools.org.

Please submit your letter of application, resume, transcripts, credentials, and letters

of recommendation.

District employees must complete an in-district employee application form (available at school offices) or a letter of interest.

REPORTS TO: Early Childhood Program Supervisor

SALARY Starting hourly rate based on experience

JOB GOAL: 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).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.
• Evidence of strong teamwork, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to utilize district technology, and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets

change with technology and/or the needs of the district.

• Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with parents/guardians and staff.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and

administrative guidelines.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and utilize a preschool curriculum on a daily basis.
• Assist GSRP Preschool Teachers with adapting and using learning materials and equipment to

meet the needs of individuals with different ability levels, learning styles or language

backgrounds.

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PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (continued):

• 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 Preschool 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 MISD, 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 Preschool Teacher, students and parents.
• Maintain a working knowledge of school routines, emergency procedures and school discipline

policy.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

E-mail: ttomayko@armadaschools.org

Website: Link

Attachments: GSRP-Associate-Teacher-260716.pdf

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