Preschool Assistant

TBD; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community Schools seeks a Preschool Assistant to support early childhood programs in Sterling Heights and surrounding locations. The role offers flexible hours with part-time and full-time options, reporting to the Early Childhood Coordinator.

Ideal candidates are team players with nurturing attitudes, at least one year of preschool experience, and the ability to work Monday through Friday; starting immediately.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Annually maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with parents/guardians and staff.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines.
• Must be able to pass a criminal history and childcare background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Nursery, Preschool, Full Day Childcare as needed.
• Assist in presenting learning materials and instructional exercises per curriculum to support goals.
• Follow the directions of supervising teacher.
• Assist students individually or in small groups.
• Assist in supervising students during daily instructional activities.
• Assist in managing student discipline through positive reinforcement.
• Respect confidentiality of teachers, students, and parents.
• Maintain knowledge of school routines, emergency procedures, and discipline policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Enthusiastic

Nurturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Preschool Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5627789

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.75 Per Hour

Job Description

Position: Preschool Assistant

Location: Various

Hours: Part-time and Full-time options

Reports To: Early Childhood Coordinator

An Early Childhood Assistant Teacher must be a team player, enthusiastic, and nurturing. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working with preschoolers. Monday through Friday position, approximately 20 hours a week. Up to 35-42 weeks a year, depending on the classroom.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Annually maintain current CPR and first aid certification
• Maintains a positive working relationship with parents/guardians and staff
• Discretion with confidential information
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and administrative guidelines
• Must be able to pass a criminal history and childcare background check

Responsibilities

• Provide support to one/all of the following departments; Nursery, Preschool, Full Day Childcare
• Assist in the presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises in compliance with the curriculum for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom goals and objectives
• Follow the directions of supervising teacher
• Assist students individually or in small groups
• Assist in the supervision of students during daily instructional activities
• Assist in managing student discipline through the use of positive reinforcement strategies
• Respect the confidentiality of the teacher, students, and parents
• Maintain a working knowledge of school routines, emergency procedures, and school discipline policy
• Perform other related duties as assigned

NONDISCRIMINATION:It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color,religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excludedfrom participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educationalagency. Any persons suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Human Resources Department at 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or 586.797.1130.

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 11303 Greendale
• Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]