Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Garden City (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Garden City, MI, seeks an Assistant Child Care Aide to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers under supervision. You will help plan daily activities, assist with classroom routines, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children and their families.

The role requires an Associate degree in Early Childhood or current CDA program enrollment within one year, ability to lift up to 30 pounds, valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel to

Qualifications

• Associates in Early Childhood preferred; CDA credential or enrollment in a CDA program to be completed within one year.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate and interact with children in a caring, responsive, and nurturing manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily programming under supervision.
• Assist individual children in need of special attention and care.
• Maintain a safe, inviting environment for young children and parents.
• Record observations and participate in routine assessments and reporting.
• Assist in transportation duties and loading buses when required.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions.

Skills

CDA eligible

Child development

Team player

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood

CDA program enrollment

Job description

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Garden City, MI, seeks an Assistant Child Care Aide to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers under supervision. You will help plan daily activities, assist with classroom routines, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children and their families.

The role requires an Associate degree in Early Childhood or current CDA program enrollment within one year, ability to lift up to 30 pounds, valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel to