Preschool/Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Grosse-Pointe-Public-School-System; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 17,741 - 25,267; Part time

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Benefits package

Job summary

The Grosse-Pointe-Public-School-System is seeking an hourly Preschool Childcare Helper at Barnes Early Childhood Center. The role supports daily activities, greets families, and helps implement lessons under teacher supervision.

Responsibilities include ensuring child safety, following licensing rules, and assisting with diapering, behavior support, and parent communication. Requires licensing, background check, CPR/First Aid, and being at least 16 years old; 9 or 12 month options available.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum State Licensing Requirements.
• Comprehensive Background, signed child abuse form and TB test on file
• Yearly CPR and First Aid Training
• Must be able to adequately carry out all above mentioned job responsibilities.
• Compatible with Director, Assistant Director, Teacher, Assistant Teachers and caregivers.
• Be punctual and in attendance daily.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each day.
• Promotes feelings of security and trust in children.
• Changes diapers/pull ups if needed in a timely manner following proper diapering procedures.
• Responds quickly in a soothing and tender manner to children's cries or calls of distress.
• Interacts with children positively and supports their learning and development.
• Supports and implements lessons and activities planned by the teacher.
• Works with the teacher to address challenging behaviors or situations
• Understands and implements injury policies and parent notification as necessary.
• Follows all rules and regulations established with the Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing of the Michigan Department of Human Services
• Acts as a positive liaison for parents/guardians as they visit the school
• Complete 16 hours of professional development each calendar year through the attendance of workshops, meetings and conferences.
• Assists other staff with cleaning and sanitizing responsibilities
• Other responsibilities as requested

Job description

• Date Posted: 7/31/2026
• Location: Barnes Early Childhood Center
• Closing Date: Until Filled
• Position Type: Hourly/ Preschool Childcare Program

Responsibilities

• Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each day.
• Promotes feelings of security and trust in children.
• Changes diapers/pull ups if needed in a timely manner following proper diapering procedures.
• Responds quickly in a soothing and tender manner to children's cries or calls of distress.
• Interacts with children positively and supports their learning and development.
• Supports and implements lessons and activities planned by the teacher.
• Works with the teacher to address challenging behaviors or situations
• Understands and implements injury policies and parent notification as necessary.
• Follows all rules and regulations established with the Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing of the Michigan Department of Human Services
• Acts as a positive liaison for parents/guardians as they visit the school
• Complete 16 hours of professional development each calendar year through the attendance of workshops, meetings and conferences.
• Assists other staff with cleaning and sanitizing responsibilities
• Other responsibilities as requested

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk over 60% of the work day in order to supervise children throughout daily activities, walk throughout the school, participate in Gym and Playground activities.
• Must have the physical stamina to care for energetic young children 1-5 years old.
• Required to lift (7 -50 pounds), bend, sit on the floor, run and engage in other physical activities.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum State Licensing Requirements.
• Comprehensive Backround, signed child abuse form and TB test on file
• Yearly CPR and First Aid Training
• Must be able to adequately carry out all above mentioned job responsibilities.
• Compatible with Director, Assistant Director, Teacher, Assistant Teachers and caregivers.
• Be punctual and in attendance daily.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Work Year

• Options for 9 or 12 months are available
• Starts September 2026

Working Conditions

• Program hours are 7:15-6:00pm
• Monday-Friday 40 hours
• Staff will work an 8 hour day within that time frame

Salary

$15.61/hourly, quarterly merit pay, paid holidays, paid vacation days, benefits package

Location

Barnes

Selection Procedure

Position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate must meet the State standard for a clear criminal history and provide a comprehensive background check.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Grosse Pointe Public Schools System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation's to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application call, 313-432-3018 or email: [e-mail]. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination regarding your request for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lillie Loder, Director of Student Services 20090 Morningside Drive Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 Phone: [phone] [e-mail];

If the individual filling the grievance alleges that the Section 504/ADA coordinator has engaged in discrimination, then the individual filing the grievance must provide the documentation to the: Deputy Superintendent for Educational Services 20601 Morningside Drive Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 Phone: [phone].

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

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