Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Lake Ann Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Benzonia (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision Available

Job summary

Benzie Central Schools is hiring an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher at Lake Ann Elementary in Benzonia, Michigan. Immediate start with a focus on supporting the Lead Teacher, promoting developmentally appropriate practices for 3- and 4-year-olds, and partnering with GSRP/Head Start programs.

Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, leveraging technology for differentiation, maintaining records, and participating in meetings with staff and parents to support student progress and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA preferred; opportunities to obtain a CDA paid by the program.
• Experience in instructional support or paraprofessional role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in all classroom functions and implement lesson plans.
• Utilize relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Maintain student progress records and communicate with parents and staff.
• Support non-academic needs through the student support network to remove barriers to learning.
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.

Skills

Prioritize student learning

Build meaningful relationships

Collaborate with peers

Differentiate instruction

Education

High School Diploma

CDA Preferred

Paid CDA options

Job description

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Lake Ann Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5888927
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Assistant Teacher LOCATION: Lake Ann Elementary REPORTS TO: Early Childhood Director JOB FUNCTION: Assist the Lead Teacher in all classroom functions DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: Benzie Central Schools serves over 1,100 students K-12 and encompasses over 350 square miles in the beautiful terrain of Northwest Michigan. The Early Childhood program consists of programs serving 3 and 4-year old's in partnership with GSRP and Head Start. There are six villages in the district, which is also convenient to the cities of Traverse City, Manistee, and Frankfort. Benzie Central has 3 elementary schools serving grades K-5, a middle / high school serving grades 6-12, an alternative high school, and Northern Michigan Virtual K-12.

• Maintain focus on the developmental needs of our youngest learners and utilize best practices grounded in research regarding how these students learn best.
• Assist teacher in execution of lesson plans designed to promote best practices for our youngest learners
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Support non-academic needs through the student support network district system in order to remove barriers that may interfere with academic success
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and utilize information gleaned to adjust teaching strategies
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate and complete records of student progress and development, updating as required by law, district policy, and school regulations
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs

Benzie County Central Schools 9300 Homestead Road • Benzonia, MI 49616 • Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] • Abide by and maintain compliance with all requirements of LARA (Licensing and Regulatory Affairs)

Additional Qualifications

• The ability to prioritize student learning needs over obstacles and barriers that can stand in the way of necessary change
• The strong desire to achieve outstanding results in a short amount of time
• The strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students
• The skill and willingness to leverage student support systems to ensure that the social, emotional, nutritional, and health needs of ALL students are addressed
• The capacity to respond to the individual academic and non-academic needs of students
• The ability to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches, and administrators for instructional support in a constant quest to deliver the vision of high-quality early childhood instruction.

Professional Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Paid Degree Options
• CDA Preferred
• Opportunities to obtain a CDA paid by the program

SALARY RANGE: $15.00 -$18.00 per hour

BENEFITS: Medical / Dental / Vision Available

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time

JOB CATEGORIES: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Catina Crossman
• Benzie Central Schools
• Email: [e-mail]

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