Latchkey Assistant

Archdiocese of Detroit; Ira Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Immaculate Conception Catholic School is seeking a Latchkey Afternoon Staff Member for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on engaging students in safe play, monitoring homework, and upholding high behavioral expectations in a faith-based setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or higher, experience with children, strong communication, and completion of Protecting God’s Children training. CPR/First Aid certification is required; 16 hours of PD annually are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher is required.
• Experience working with children is essential.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills are required.
• Ability to remain calm and handle emergencies effectively.
• Protection training: Protecting God’s Children is required.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment where Jesus is at the center of all learning and interactions.
• Provide a caring and nurturing environment where students feel safe and cared for.
• Establishs a consistent disciplinary approach which sets high standards for student behavior, promotes self-direction and confidence, and manages inappropriate behavior effectively according to program policies.
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents, latchkey staff and administration through regular communication in a spiritual and professional manner.
• Hourly Position Monday – Friday 2:30-6:00 pm (shift ends with last student picked up).
• Must be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid (school will provide some training).
• Complete 16 hours of Professional Development in Early Childhood topics (annually).

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Conflict-resolution

Calm under pressure

CPR/First Aid certified

Protecting God’s Children training

Education

High School diploma or higher

Job description

Immaculate Conception Catholic school is seeking a Latchkey Afternoon Staff Member for the 2026-2027 school year. IC is a faith-based community dedicated to bringing Jesus into our students’ lives through exceptional academics and rich faith experiences. We are looking for an energetic, faith-filled individual interested in engaging students in cooperative and safe play as well as monitoring homework. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to set high behavioral expectations and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or higher
• Experience working with children
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to remain calm and handle emergencies effectively
• Additionally, the candidate must complete the Protecting God’s Children training

Requirements and Responsibilities

• Create an environment where Jesus is at the center of all learning and interactions
• Provide a caring and nurturing environment where students feel safe and cared for
• Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which sets high standards for student behavior, promotes self-direction and confidence, and manages inappropriate behavior effectively according to program policies.
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents, latchkey staff and administration through regular communication in a spiritual and professional manner
• Hourly Position Monday – Friday 2:30-6:00 pm (shift ends with last student picked up)
• Must be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid (school will provide some training)
• Complete 16 hours of Professional Development in Early Childhood topics (annually)

Prior to start, must complete

• Fingerprinted/Background check (through school)
• Protecting God’s Children Workshop (available through Archdiocese of Detroit)
• TB test