GSRP Caregiver/Afer School Program

Sylvania; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a GSRP caregiver for the 2026-2027 school year to support an 18-student classroom alongside 1 lead teacher, 1 assistant, and an afternoon caregiver from 12-3. The role also blends into after school care for 4-10 year olds until 5:30 PM with focus on play, social skills, and STEM activities.

The position emphasizes safety, inclusive classroom culture, and collaboration with families, with duties spanning activity setup, behavior guidance, and health protocols to ensure a

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in preschool or early childhood programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with families and colleagues.
• Patience, creativity, and genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Ability to collaborate in a team and adapt to dynamic classroom needs.
• Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the classroom, including setting up learning materials, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages children to express themselves and engage with their peers.
• Build strong relationships with students and their families, providing support and guidance as needed.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and team meetings to enhance teaching skills and stay informed about best practices in early childhood education.
• Assist with classroom management and behavior guidance, promoting positive interactions among children.
• Support the implementation of health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Creativity

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a GSRP caregiver for the 2026-2027 school year. The classroom will have 18 students, 1 lead teacher, 1 assistant teacher, and 1 caregiver for the afternoon 12-3. This position will also blend into after school care for 4-10 year old students up to 5:30 PM. After school programming will focus on recreational play, social skills building, and art and STEM activities.

Responsibilities

• - Support the daily operations of the classroom, including setting up learning materials, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• - Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages children to express themselves and engage with their peers.
• - Build strong relationships with students and their families, providing support and guidance as needed.
• - Participate in professional development opportunities and team meetings to enhance teaching skills and stay informed about best practices in early childhood education.
• - Assist with classroom management and behavior guidance, promoting positive interactions among children.
• - Support the implementation of health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.

Requirements

• - Experience working with young children in an educational setting, preferably in a preschool or early childhood program.
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• - Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
• - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to the dynamic needs of a classroom environment.
• - Basic proficiency in technology and willingness to learn new educational tools and software.
• - CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• - Background check clearance as required by state regulations.