Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids • ada, kent county, mi • Posted June 19, 2026

About the Role

Description:

Now hiring for the 2026/2027 school year!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Great Start Readiness Program Lead Teacher is responsible for the planning, developing, and implementation of GSRP preschool classroom activities and requirements. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program requires Monday - Friday availability, 8 AM to 4 PM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Plans and leads daily lesson plans
  • Organizes and participates in games and activities
  • Provides weekly lesson plans to parents
  • Provides each participants parent with information on individual activities on a daily basis
  • Prepares materials for daily activities
  • Maintains records of attendance and arrival and departure times
  • Maintains supervision of children
  • Conducts parent-teacher conferences at twice a year
  • Administers the Brigance and PALS too
  • Establishes a working r...