Part-time Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator - Dickinson County

Young World Physical Education

Kingsford (MI)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 27,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District Willis Center - Kingsford, MI is seeking a Part-time Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator. Wage is based on the ESP II Master Agreement Pay Scale, $13.84–$19.24 per hour, prorated benefits. Position begins ASAP and remains open until filled.

Title: Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator – Implementing High/Scope Curriculum, report to Director of Early Childhood Education.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must obtain a Child Development Associate credential within two years of hire date.
Experience in a licensed preschool or child care program preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist and support the classroom and program operations.
Follow guidance from Education and Early Childhood Development Coordinator.
Collaborate with coordinators, parents and volunteers to implement the High/Scope Curriculum.
Maintain child and family records and confidential information.
Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

Child growth knowledge

Ability to lift/interact with children

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Child Development Associate credential within 2 years

Tools

Driver’s license tools

Job description

Part-time Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator - Dickinson County

Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District WILLIS CENTER - KINGSFORD, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Part-time Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator - Dickinson County

Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District WILLIS CENTER - KINGSFORD, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5880200

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL:

This part-time position will begin as soon as possible. Wage is based on the ESP II Master Agreement Pay Scale $13.84 - $19.24 per hour based on education and experience. Benefits available on a prorated basis. This position will be open until filled.

Title: Head Start Assistant Classroom Coordinator - Currently located at the Willis Early Childhood Center, Dickinson County

Report To: Director of Early Childhood Education

Length of Contract: School Year, Part-Time

Employment Status: ESP II Union, Hourly, Non-exempt

Qualifications:

A minimum requirement is High School diploma or equivalent, and must obtain a Child Development Associate credential within two years of hire date.

A minimum of one year successful experience in a licensed preschool or child care program preferred.

Be physically qualified as determined by a physical examination upon hire.

A professional knowledge of child growth and development and a sensitivity to the needs of young children and their families.

Able to physically manage, lift and interact with students of a wide range of physical size and ability as needed.

Driving may be necessary for this position which would require a valid driver’s license.

General Description:

To help, assist and give aid and support for the effective and efficient operation of all program related functions of the classroom.

Promote good public relations by neat appearance of person and proper attitude.

Essential Functions:

Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and Early Childhood Standards of Conduct.

Work cooperatively with Education and Early Childhood Development Coordinator and follow guidance provided.

Work in a flexible capacity within the assigned building to support all functions of the classroom as assigned.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom), Assistant/Associate Coordinator, and with parents and volunteers in implementing the High/Scope Curriculum in the classroom and all applicable program mandates throughout the day.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator in providing a classroom atmosphere to promote the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth according to each child's needs.

Work cooperatively with Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator to maintain a safe and secure classroom environment.

Work cooperatively as a team in coordinating classroom activities as it relates to Early Childhood Education and the assigned children and families.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom), Assistant/Associate Coordinator, and service area coordinators in all program activities for the assigned families.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) in the development and implementation of the weekly lesson plans when appropriate.

Maintain child & family records and information in a safe and confidential manner.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator with reporting and documentation of: lesson plans, anecdotal records and progress on Child Outcome Record data entry and reports, travel and expenses, supplies, inventory and other program documentation & record keeping responsibilities as deemed necessary by administration.

Work cooperatively with the Lead Coordinator (Classroom) and Assistant/Associate Coordinator with the maintenance of supplies and the assurance of an inviting and safe classroom for children and adults that promotes learning through the High/Scope Curriculum.

Facilitate, with the classroom coordinator, a process by which all adults in the classroom eat with the children and provide appropriate conversation.

Shares the responsibility for assisting in classroom meal service and cleanup.

Participates in all staff meetings and ongoing training to further develop necessary skills/knowledge.

Maintain order and supervision of children and adult volunteers when riding in the vehicle, serving as a bus aide when necessary.

Work cooperatively with the classroom coordinator and the office in recruitment of children.

May be required to serve as Temporary or Substitute Center Director of Licensed Early Childhood Center if meet position qualifications.

May be required to work in another building with transportation compensation if not primary assignment.

Must have regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Notifies appropriate administrative personnel or designee in case of absence/illness daily or continued absence/illness in a timely manner so as to secure a substitute.