Early Childhood Classroom Aide (HighScope)

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Dearborn—Art Space—offers a direct care role supporting an early childhood curriculum aimed at school readiness. The position provides hourly pay between $15.42 and $18.42, Monday–Friday, with responsibilities across planning, safety, and documentation.

You will assist in implementing HighScope activities, maintain records, participate in assessments, and work with families and staff to ensure a positive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily lesson plans utilizing the HighScope Curriculum under the supervision of the program manager/teacher.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for young children and their families
• Provide individualized support and responsive care to children based on their unique needs, including those requiring additional attention or accommodations.
• Actively participate in the implementation of the Daily Routine following the HighScope Curriculum.
• Assist in planning and preparing materials for daily activities.
• Support ongoing child assessment by recording anecdotal observations, scoring them, and entering data into the online COR system.
• Maintain records as required (i.e., attendance, meal counts, daily summary logs, emergency cards, contact log, etc.), and conduct observational assessments (COR).
• Assist in any areas of the program as directed.
• Adhere to childcare licensing rules and follow the process for diapering and toileting children.
• Participate in team meetings and training.
• Address children, parents, and staff with respect.
• Assist in the process of receiving children and preparing them for dismissal.
• Perform special assignments as directed by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.
• Comply with all licensing regulations and performance standards.
• Assist in the completion of developmental screenings of children.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff. Display a willingness to work with others.
• Perform work in a professional manner that upholds Wayne Metro’s policies and procedures.
• Utilize systems for child tracking, child development, and employee time management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child care

Observation

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

COR system

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google tools

Job description

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Dearborn—Art Space—offers a direct care role supporting an early childhood curriculum aimed at school readiness. The position provides hourly pay between $15.42 and $18.42, Monday–Friday, with responsibilities across planning, safety, and documentation.

You will assist in implementing HighScope activities, maintain records, participate in assessments, and work with families and staff to ensure a positive, inclusive environment.