Nurturing Preschool and Early Childhood Assistant

Sylvania; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an Early Childhood Assistant to support daily preschool operations, supervision, safety, and care for children in a nurturing environment. The role emphasizes routines, positive behavior, and engaging spaces.

The ideal candidate will have coursework or credentials in early childhood education or related field, plus CPR/First Aid and background checks. Responsibilities include assisting curricula, classroom maintenance, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• A valid Center-Based Preschool CDA credential.
• An associate degree in early childhood education or child development or the equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
• Actively engage in activities: manage cleanliness, maintenance and availability of classroom materials.
• Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
• Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to center.
• Maintain a professional relationship with families
• Follow all school district, center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous training hours to meet the state guidelines.
• Follow all Day Care Licensing guidelines.
• Infant / Child CPR AED and First Aid Certification.
• Complete Health and Safety trainings through MiRegistry.
• Maintain 16 hours of professional develop each year.
• Must complete district GCN Modules.
• Must clear full background checks.
• *Other duties as assigned

Skills

Experience with young children

Supervision of children

Strong communication

Education

Coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

Center-Based Preschool CDA credential

Associate degree in early childhood education or child development

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Sylvania is seeking an Early Childhood Assistant to support daily preschool operations, supervision, safety, and care for children in a nurturing environment. The role emphasizes routines, positive behavior, and engaging spaces.

The ideal candidate will have coursework or credentials in early childhood education or related field, plus CPR/First Aid and background checks. Responsibilities include assisting curricula, classroom maintenance, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure