Preschool Classroom Assistant - Early Childhood Support

DeKalb Health; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,477 - 34,469; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid personal time and sick time

Job summary

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency, Inc. is hiring an Early Childhood Aide to assist in delivering pre-school programs. You will work under supervision to support developmental activities, assist in classroom management and ensure child safety, health, and well-being.

Responsibilities include assistance in programming, diapering, supervising children, and completing paperwork as required. This is a non-exempt, hourly position supporting families in Michigan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year experience in caring for young children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in implementing developmental experiences for children, including language, cognitive, social-emotional and physical development; and skill development in health and safety.
• Assist the teacher in managing the classroom to assure a safe, healthy and positive atmosphere for children.
• Observe and identify needs of classroom children without constant direction and supervision.
• Assist in toileting children and perform diapering procedures when necessary.
• Perform necessary personal care procedures as directed and trained.
• Assist in helping children in and out of vehicle restraint systems.
• Interact with children in indoor and outdoor activities to ensure safety and engagement.
• Complete and submit program paperwork accurately and promptly as assigned.
• Supervise children at all times, ensuring no child is left unattended.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Child development

Safety procedures

Observation skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency, Inc. is hiring an Early Childhood Aide to assist in delivering pre-school programs. You will work under supervision to support developmental activities, assist in classroom management and ensure child safety, health, and well-being.

Responsibilities include assistance in programming, diapering, supervising children, and completing paperwork as required. This is a non-exempt, hourly position supporting families in Michigan.