Preschool Center Assistant — Support & Safety Focus

Eightcap, Inc.; Lakeview (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Medical flex

401k match

Job summary

EightCAP, Inc. is seeking a Strong Beginnings Center Assistant to foster a safe, positive classroom and assist with daily activities for children and families in a preschool setting.

You will shop for groceries, assist with meals, help with cleaning, and support access to high-quality programming under the Strong Beginnings department. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and community partners in a regulated early childhood environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience with early childhood programs and food service preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with staff, families, agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.
• Understanding of mandated reporting requirements and the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect per state law and program procedures.
• Must complete all required state and federal background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and follow regulations of Head Start, LARA, CACFP.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with children and families.
• Model healthy eating habits and positive behavior.
• Prepare meals and snacks; keep meal prep areas clean and organized.
• Support safety and orderly learning environments.
• Maintain accurate records and report suspected abuse/neglect.
• Familiarize yourself with emergency procedures.
• Communicate positively with children, parents, staff and peers.
• Participate in professional development to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compliance knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

EightCAP, Inc. is seeking a Strong Beginnings Center Assistant to foster a safe, positive classroom and assist with daily activities for children and families in a preschool setting.

You will shop for groceries, assist with meals, help with cleaning, and support access to high-quality programming under the Strong Beginnings department. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and community partners in a regulated early childhood environment.