Great Start Readiness Program is hiring!

Why we love teaching for GSRP

Benefits of working for GSRP and Kent ISD

Get paid to apply your learning

  • Learn alongside many dynamic teachers and students
  • Practice and refine your aspiring teaching skills in a variety of classroom environments

Build your professional connections

  • Get to know principals, program directors and the GSRP leadership team

Opportunities

Benefits of being a Break Aide or Substitute Teacher

Flexible scheduling and placement

  • Classrooms operate Monday-Thursdays only
  • Set your schedule. Work only one day a week, all four days, or anything in between!
  • Adjust your schedule as your availability changes by week or semester
  • You can ask for preferred locations but may be asked occasionally to go somewhere to meet a need. A variety of experiences is available!
  • Paid time off for illnesses is available for Substitute Teachers

Get paid to apply your learning

  • Teaching preschoolers provides valuable opportunities to put your knowledge in social work, family studies, education and other fields into practice
  • Learn alongside many dynamic teachers and students
  • Practice and refine your aspiring teaching skills in a variety of classroom environments

Build your professional connections and grow!

  • Get to know principals, program directors and the GSRP leadership team
  • Several essential training modules are covered for Classroom Aides

FAQ for Prospective Classroom Break Aides and Substitutes

Do I need classroom experience?
It is not required. However, it can help with the interview process.

What is expected of me?
Partner in play with children! We encourage adults to actively play with children to build strong adult-child relationships. Children learn through play. Adults can build on this learning through the scaffolding process. Provide extra support and supervision by placing yourself in areas that have many children.

How will this support my learning throughout my schooling?
Whether you’re in social work, family studies, education, or any other related field, teaching preschoolers provides valuable opportunities to put your coursework into practice.

Can I narrow the locations I am willing to travel to?
Yes, but you may get asked to go somewhere else with a dire need.

Will I receive sick time?
There is some sick time for Classroom Aides (subs).

What kind of training do I need?
Several Essentials training modules spanning socio-emotional learning strategies (Pyramid Model) and curriculum (Connect 4 Learning) are covered for the Classroom Aide.

Do I have to be a U.S. citizen?
Yes, you need U.S. citizenship and a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Before I work with children, what steps do I need to take?
You’ll need a current LiveScan check with the Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records. As you communicate with Kent ISD human resources, you will get more information on this. 

Where can I go to see more information about the job?
Click here for all of our the job postings.

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