HEAD START SUBSTITUTE CLASSROOM OR BUS AIDE

Monroe County Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 18,459; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in the United States is seeking a Head Start Substitute Aide. This role involves taking care of preschool-aged children in classrooms or on buses. The ideal candidate will have a GED or high school diploma, experience with young children, and strong communication skills. The position offers $13.40 an hour, with no benefits. Interested applicants must complete the online application and submit required documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with preschool age children preferred.
• Knowledge of the purpose of the Head Start Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom staff in all classroom activities, field trips, and outdoor activities.
• Help supervise at mealtime and eat with the children.
• Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to students and program.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

Demonstrated ability to work successfully with preschool students

Good verbal, math and grammar skills

Ability to interact with staff and parents

Common sense understanding to carry out instructions

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

HEAD START SUBSTITUTE CLASSROOM OR BUS AIDE JobID: 3743

• Position Type:
  Head Start/ Substitute Aide

DESCRIPTION

MCISD Head Start Substitute Aides take the place of a regularly appointed classroom or bus aide in his or her absence. Substitute aides have the option to select to work in any MCISD Head Start classroom, located in the local district school buildings throughout Monroe County.

REPORTS TO

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

AVAILABLE

School year substitute position available. Up to 7 hours per day or as determined by assignment. Lunch break duty-free, non-paid or non-duty free, paid lunch break (30 minutes) as determined by assignment. Employment is on an as needed basis. Partial day options available.

SALARY & BENEFITS

$13.40/hour. No benefits.

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assists classroom staff in all classroom activities, field trips and outdoor activities.
• Assists teacher in developing materials and providing activities related to the cultural background of the children and families served.
• Helps supervise at mealtime, eating with the children to encourage good nutrition and social skills.
• Helps keep the classroom and its contents clean and orderly.
• Performs non-instructional tasks such as clerical work, materials development/preparation, etc..
• With direction from professional staff, follows IEP/IFSP.
• Exhibits flexibility and patience when dealing with staff and students.
• Exhibits ability to work independently within guidelines established by the teacher and administration.
• Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to students and program.
• Demonstrates warmth, concern, care and enthusiasm, as well as a genuine interest in students.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable, daily transportation.
• Maintain accurate record keeping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. (50 pound lifting test required)
• Must maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance.
• Adhere to MCISD Guidelines and Policies.
• Must follow work rules.
• Carries out all other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Director. Carry out all other responsibilities that may be assigned by the teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

GED or High School Diploma required. May consider Certificate of Completion.

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience working with preschool age children preferred. Knowledge of the purpose of the Head Start Program.

SKILLS/OTHER

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with preschool students.
• Good verbal, math and grammar skills.
• Ability to interact with staff and parents.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK

• A Michigan and FBI criminal history check, post job offer and prior to employment. The processing fee of $43.25 is the responsibility of the district.
• Childcare Background Check through the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs post job offer and prior to employment.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Physical Exam and TB Test, post job offer and prior to hire, required. Costs of the physical and TB test will be paid by the district.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to bend at the neck more than the average person. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from. The employee will frequently drive while performing the duties of the job. The employee will continuously interact with the public, other staff and students. While performing the duties of this job the employee will occasionally hear conversation in a quiet and/or noisy environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. The employee must work with public and other staff, continuously meeting multiple demands from several people. The employee may be responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO SUPPLY THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS OUTLINED BELOW AND FULLY COMPLETE THE APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

Must complete online application at www.monroeisd.us. Click on "Employment" and "Applitrack" and follow instructions to apply for this position. Faxed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Supporting documents required (resume', transcripts, 3 letters of reference, and applicable certifications/license) must be uploaded with the application.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Human Resources Department
Monroe County Intermediate School District
1101 S. Raisinville Road
Monroe MI 48161
Phone: [phone]

The Monroe County Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, religion, disability or handicap.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 10:31:24 PM CST.

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