After-School Child Care Aide

Young World Physical Education; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Paul the Apostle School in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking several Child Care Assistants to support the After School Care program for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for college students who enjoy working with children and are looking for part-time, meaningful work.

Hours are 3:00PM–5:30PM, Monday-Friday with flexible 2-3 day/week options. Program runs August 24, 2026 through June 8, 2027, with start date adjustable to college schedules.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification required
• Blood Borne Pathogens training required
• Virtus – Protecting God’s Children Training required
• Child Care Licensing Health & Safety Training required

Responsibilities

• Engage with children in a warm, respectful, and positive manner
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all children
• Assist older students with homework
• Facilitate age-appropriate activities in art, science, literacy, math, and gross motor play

Skills

Childcare

Patience with children

Dependability

Punctuality

Team oriented

Energetic

Creative

Job description

After-School Child Care Aide

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools St. Paul the Apostle School - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Diocese of Grand Rapids Catholic Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5858795

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Description:

St. Paul the Apostle is seeking several Child Care Assistants to support our After School Care program for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for college students who enjoy working with children and are looking for part-time, meaningful work.

Position Details

• Hours: 3:00PM – 5:30PM, Monday-Friday
• Flexible Schedules Available: 2-3 day/week options
• Student Ages: toddler through elementary school
• Program with students begins August 24th, 2026 (start date can be flexible with college start dates)
• Program with students ends June 8th, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with children in a warm, respectful, and positive manner
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all children
• Assist older students with homework
• Facilitate age-appropriate activities in art, science, literacy, math, and gross motor play

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid drivers license
• Enjoys and is comfortable working with children
• Dependable and punctual
• Energetic, creative, and team oriented

Required Certifications/Trainings

• CPR and First Aid Certified
• Blood Borne Pathogens training
• Virtus – Protecting God’s Children Training
• Child Care Licensing Health & Safety Training

Position Type: After school/Evening

Job Categories:

Other Professional > Other Professional

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle Morrow
• 2750 Burton Street SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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