Paraprofessional - 120 Child Care (Edustaff)

Oakland Human Resources Consortium; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Lamphere Learning Ladder is seeking a Paraprofessional to support School Aged Child Care after school with activities and supervision at Lessenger Elementary. The role runs 3:15pm–6:00pm, with the potential for 2026/2027 school year. Pay ranges from $16.00 to $17.50 per hour, depending on education and experience.

The position requires a high school diploma, CPR/Standard First Aid, background checks, and a fitness for duty assessment. Reliability and a caring, patient approach are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• CPR certification in Standard First Aid.
• Must pass fitness for duty physical.
• Background checks including Michigan Childcare License program(s).
• Be a positive role model to children and caregiving staff.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality with consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Implements classroom and playground activities under supervision, aligned with curriculum and lesson plans.
• Supervise children to ensure a safe and harmonious environment.
• Treat each child with dignity and respect and support their success.
• Assist with meals, snacks, and cleanup routines.
• Care for equipment and maintain a safe environment for children.
• Participate in staff meetings and staff development training programs.
• Establish positive relationships with parents.
• Collaborate with school and staff to reflect Lamphere Learning Ladder values.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a quality childcare program, including lesson plans and observations.

Skills

CPR certification

Fitness for duty

Background checks

Reliability & punctuality

Planning & organizing

Transportation

Empathy & patience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Paraprofessional - 120 Child Care (Edustaff) JobID: 18050

• Position Type:
  Early Childhood/ Early Childhood Support

Position: School Aged Child Care (Edustaff)
Location: Lessenger Elementary
Date Available: 2026/2027 School Year
Work schedule:3:15pm- 6:00pm .
Pay Rate: $16.00-$17.50 based on education and experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Demonstrated aptitude for the nature of work to be performed
• Willingness to participate in our staff development program
• Current child/adult CPR certification in Standard First Aid
• Must complete and pass a fitness for duty physical
• Must submit to required background checks including completion of Michigan Childcare License programs
• Be a positive role model to children and caregiving staff
• Able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull and carry children up to 70 lbs.
• Demonstrated aptitudeand enthusiasm for working with children; kind, caring, patient, empathetic, creative and flexible
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Have reliable transportation

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Directormay find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Director and guidance of the Coordinator implements classroom and playground activities, consistent with the Lamphere Learning Ladder curriculum and prepared lesson plans
• Appropriately supervise children while maintaining a safe and harmonious environment
• Treateach childwith dignity and respect while helping each child be successful
• Assists with meals, snacks and clean up routines
• Cares for equipment and maintains a safe environment for children
• Participates in Lamphere Learning Ladder staff meetings and staff development training programs
• Establishes a positive relationship with parents
• Works cooperatively with school and Learning Ladder staff projecting the values of learning ladder at all times
• Assist in developing and maintaining a qualitychildcare program as assigned-includes lesson plans, observations,activity preparation,individualized instruction, problem-solving
• Employment is contingent upon disclosure in accordance with PA-189.
• Must demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.
• All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.
• Such alternatives to the above responsibilities as the Director may find appropriate and acceptable.

Selected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.

It shall be the policy of the district not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Reports to

Learning Ladder Director