Teaching is the most important work!

As the Lead Teacher in a GSRP classroom at Heartfelt Impressions you will plan and execute a program of activities that is developmentally appropriate and meets the individual needs of children through the High Scope curriculum.

POSITION DETAIL : 2025-2026 School year Regular, full-time Days, Monday – Friday Hours, 8:00am-3:30pm Desired start Monday August 25, 2025 Pay Range $24-$30/hour, depending on education and experience level REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field CPR Certification required Willing to pursue higher education in accordance with NAEYC and Michigan Childcare Licensing guidelines for ECE teachers Must have full-time availability and reliable transportation Ability to pass background check (fingerprinting) HEARTFELT BENEFITS : Paid professional development Childcare discount Medical, dental, vision insurance (choice of plans) Aflac Supplemental Insurance Paid time off 401K with company match Paid Planning Time Referral bonuses Annual performance reviews and increases Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks Birthday benefits Choice of summer's off or continue working our summer camp program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE GSRP LEAD TEACHER … Operates class efficiently and effectively ensuring safety of the child while supervising and coaching assistant teachers and resource teachers and staff Participates in required professional development hours for the purpose of staying current with the latest and best practices Creates a learning environment that reflects the diversity and culture of children and families in the classroom Develop and use instructional materials suitable for a learning environment for children with a wide range of cognitive, physical and emotional maturity Maintain a routine schedule of data collection for child assessment through anecdotal notes Compliance with licensing, QRIS, GSRP implementation manual Relationship management with families and children, exhibiting Heartfelt Core Values Develops and utilizes instructional materials aligned with the High Scope curriculum to create developmentally appropriate lesson plans that align with the student's interest WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Working at Heartfelt Impressions you will be heard. You will be seen. You will be valued as the educator you are. You will become a part of a family and culture where your knowledge and expertise are appreciated.  We aren’t your typical daycare – we are educators who teach from the heart!

Our Clarkston campus has earned a Certificate of Recognition from Great Start Quality, (the equivalent of a five-star rating) and has been voted Clarkston readers’ choice Best of the Best.

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