Preschool Teaching Assistant

Sylvania; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an enthusiastic childcare assistant for an immediate opening. The role focuses on caring for early childhood and preschool students, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment, and following established routines to support learning and development.

Responsibilities include adhering to scheduled hours, maintaining positive relationships with families, and supporting a collaborative team. The position offers a structured work week with full benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have completed high school or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday hours.
• Maintain a consistent work schedule.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers and families.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with early childhood and/or preschool students.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Date: September 15, 2025

Closing Date: September 29, 2025

Reports to: Early Childhood/Childcare Supervisor

Start Date: Immediate Opening

Rate of Pay: $17.25 - $20.62 per hour (Plus benefits) –Pay commensurate with experience

Schedule: 8 hours/day, 5 days/week, 260 days/year

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have completed high school or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of all pre-employment screenings and verifications (criminal history background check and sexual offender’s registry check)
• Ability to work the required hours – ranging Monday–Friday
• Ability to maintain a consistent work schedule
• Ability to effectively understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-worker and families
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience with early childhood and/or preschool students
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification

This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority, or designee.