Childcare

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Armada Area Schools is seeking a Non-Instructional Childcare Assistant (Aide) to support early elementary students before and after school during the 2026-2027 term. The role runs weekdays from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.

to 5:00 P.M. with a part-time schedule and a pay rate of $15.00 per hour. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, nurturing environment, communicating with families and staff, and supporting lead caregivers with activities and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise or assist in the supervision of early elementary children in all school situations in a firm yet positive and fair manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a clear communication with the parents, community, and other staff members.
• Protect the privacy of the families enrolled by observing the rules of confidentiality.
• Maintain a pleasant atmosphere for all children by using positive and consistent guidance techniques.
• Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Implement consistent, positive behavior management strategies to support children's social and emotional development.
• Assist the lead caregiver in planning activities for the group and offer suggestions.
• Help the lead caregiver in record keeping by passing on observations regarding the children's health, behavior, and development.
• Maintain open communication with the parents, so as to make each parent feel at ease and informed.
• Assist in preparing materials needed in the program.
• Attend monthly meetings and trainings, as required and needed.
• Abide by all Licensing Rules as stated by the State of Michigan Department of Human Services Office of Children and Adult Licensing effective December 7, 2006.

Skills

Supervision

Job description

Deadline: September 11, 2026
District/Organization: Armada Area Schools
Position/Type: Other, part time
Salary: $15.00/hr.

CHILDCARE VACANCY

2026-2027

September 2, 2026

POSITION: Non-Instructional Childcare Assistant (Aide)

Hours are 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. (M-F) during school year only

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to supervise or assist in the supervision of early elementary children in all school situations in a firm yet positive and fair manner.

REPORTS TO: Early Childhood Programs Supervisor

SALARY: $15.00/hr.

JOB GOAL: To assist the Lead Caregiver in providing a safe, warm, and nurturing environment for ALL children to grow physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a clear communication with the parents, community, and other staff members.
• Protect the privacy of the families enrolled by observing the rules of confidentiality.
• Maintain a pleasant atmosphere for all children by using positive and consistent guidance techniques.
• Interact with children and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Implement consistent, positive behavior management strategies to support children's social and emotional development.
• Assist the lead caregiver in planning activities for the group and offer suggestions.
• Help the lead caregiver in record keeping by passing on observations regarding the children's health, behavior, and development.
• Maintain open communication with the parents, so as to make each parent feel at ease and informed.
• Assist in preparing materials needed in the program.
• Attend monthly meetings and trainings, as required and needed.
• Abide by all Licensing Rules as stated by the State of Michigan Department of Human Services Office of Children and Adult Licensing effective December 7, 2006.
• Perform all other duties as required and designated by the Childcare Director and Lead Caregiver.

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.