Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - High Scope Support

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; Oak Park (MI); On-site; USD 7,100 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Berkley School District is seeking assistants for Berkley Building Blocks with 6 open positions. This role supports the lead teacher in supervising a classroom and fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in a structured early childhood setting.

Position requires compliance with licensing rules, safety training, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Hours are hourly with pay based on credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Meet licensing agency requirements.
• Documentation of a physical exam with TB test within 30 days of starting work.
• I-Chat and Central Registry Clearance verification must be completed prior to start date.
• CPR and First Aid certification required within 60 days and renewed annually.
• Experience with High Scope curriculum and COR anecdotal note taking preferred.
• Completion of 8 hour MiRegistry Health and Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Implement the High Scope curriculum with fidelity.
• Assist in general classroom management.
• Direct children indoors and outdoors.
• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the teacher's direction.
• Prepare learning environment and materials.
• Maintain supplies and equipment; manage storage.
• Maintain staff-to-child ratios and communicate with staff and parents.
• Welcome parents and children daily and participate in staff meetings.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and safety guidelines.
• Engage in ongoing professional development for 24 hours of training.

Skills

High Scope curriculum

I-Chat & Registry checks

CPR & First Aid

Safety training

Classroom management

Job description

Berkley School District is seeking assistants for Berkley Building Blocks with 6 open positions. This role supports the lead teacher in supervising a classroom and fostering children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in a structured early childhood setting.

Position requires compliance with licensing rules, safety training, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Hours are hourly with pay based on credentials and experience.