Preschool Assistant Teacher - Jenkins ECLC

Sylvania; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

EduStaff in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Preschool Assistant Teacher for a 12-month position. The role supports early childhood education, with hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and compensation starting at $15.00–$18.00 per hour. Posting date: July 23, 2026; closing date: Until filled.

You will greet children and parents, participate with activities, supervise outdoor play, and help implement the HighScope curriculum. This is an internal/external posting arranged by EduStaff.

Qualifications

• This position requires state license compliance and preference for CDA or ECE credentials.
• Ability to relate well to children, co-workers and parents.
• Knowledge of physical, emotional and developmental patterns of children.
• Adherence to staff handbook and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet each child and parent daily and participate actively with children.
• Demonstrate appropriate behavior expectations and supervise outdoor play.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment indoors and out.
• Support HighScope curriculum implementation and complete weekly small group plans.
• Collaborate with parents and comply with licensing regulations.

Skills

Licensing & CDA preference

Interpersonal with children

Child development knowledge

Emergency procedures

Adaptability in classroom

Education

CDA or early childhood education

Job description

Position ~ Preschool Assistant Teacher ~ 12 Month Position

2026/2027 School Year

Posting Date

July 23, 2026

External Closing Date

Until filled

Hours

Full-timeshift between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm

Compensation

Starting at $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Requirements

• Meet State licensing requirements for an early childhood assistant teacherpreference given to candidates with CDA or early childhood education
• Adhere to policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook
• Create a safe environment for each child and carry out proper procedures in the event of an emergency
• Relate well to children, co-workers, and parents
• Knowledge of children's physical, emotional and developmental patterns
• Create an atmosphere of appropriate guidance
• Meet the physical requirements of the position

Duties

• Greet each child and parent daily
• Participate actively with the children
• Demonstrate appropriate and reasonable behavior expectations
• Actively supervise outdoor play
• Support and maintain a clean and organized environment both indoors and out
• Remain aware of all children even when dealing with an individual child or small group
• Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
• Create a positive and proactive partnership with parents
• Follow and meet licensing regulations and guidelines as well as professional development requirements of the position
• Assist in the implementation of HighScope curriculum
• Complete weekly small group plans
• Assist in COR assessment of students
• Complete required professional development

Professionalism

• Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
• Present a professional demeanor and appearance
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

NOTE

This position will be posted internal and external at the same time. No external candidates will be considered until all internal obligations have been met.

Please note

Position will be paid and hired through:

EduStaff

4120 Brockton Dr SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49512

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