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Position Type:
Early Childhood/GSRP Aide
Date Posted:
7/22/2026
Location:
Auburn Elementary
District:
Avondale School District
AVONDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Join the Avondale Team!
At Avondale, we're more than a school district-we're a supportive community dedicated to personal growth, resilience, and discovery. We invest in our staff through strong professional development and a collaborative network, empowering educators to create exceptional, individualized learning experiences where every student matters and every story counts. Learn more about us at www.avondaleschools.org.
POSITION OPENING: GSRP - Associate
1 opening
FTE: 1.0
LOCATION: Avondale Early Learning Center
SCHOOL YEAR: 2025-26
Location: Avondale Early Learning Center
Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher
Starting Pay Rate: $16.48/hour
45 Week Position: (August - June)
Full Time; 40 hours per week
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher is responsible for all assisting the Lead
Teacher in all aspects of planning, assessing, and instructing 4-year-olds, based on the needs of each child,
and the requirements of the GSRP grant. The teacher is also responsible for maintaining program quality
and documentation as outlined in the GSRP Implementation Manual, Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and the Child Care Licensing Bureau (CCLB) under the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP)guidelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An associate's degree (AA) in early childhood or child development or the equivalent; OR a valid
classroom CDA credential.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Training and experience with research-based preschool curricula with knowledge of Early
Childhood Standards of Quality for Pre-K (ECSQ-PK) & HighScope
- Teaching experience with early childhood/preschool children, particularly with at-risk children
- Certification in pediatric and adult CPR and First Aid
- Knowledge of current research on early childhood literacy
- Knowledge of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and its relationship to quality
experiences for young children
- Skill in providing effective learning experiences that foster academic growth in a
developmentally appropriate manner
- Work effectively, make decisions, and problem solve collaboratively within a team
- Work well with diverse families and engage parents as full partners in their child's learning
- Ability to act as a resource person for families
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and
teachers
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement developmentally-appropriate instruction for children using research-based
curriculum
- Follow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelines
- Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide age-appropriate
instructional support
- Meet with Early Childhood Specialist as needed to ensure quality programming and maintain a
high-level CLASS rating
- Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities as requested
- Assist teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision- making
- Assist the teacher with behavior and support the educational process in the classroom
- Participate in home visits and parent-teacher conferences with lead teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational
needs of their children
- Participate in district recruitment efforts, including open houses and round-ups, and assist in
student selection
- Assist teacher in maintaining inventory of classroom equipment, materials, and supplies
- Able to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits,
recruitment events, open house
- Perform other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employee must be capable of performing physical demands of the job, including but not limited to
lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for long periods of time. Work environment has a raised
noise level
WHY WORK FOR AVONDALE?
In addition to collaborating with passionate educators on meaningful initiatives, joining Avondale means you'll also enjoy these outstanding benefits: