School-Age Child Care Assistant (SACC) – Flexible School-Year Hours

Utica-Community-School; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community School District is seeking a School Aged Child Care Assistant (SACC Assistant) for multiple Sterling Heights locations. The role supports students ages 5-12 in a school-year program running from 6:30am-9:00am and 3:00pm-6:00pm, with duties including supervision, positive discipline, and family communication.

Starting immediately, the position requires 18+, background checks, CPR/first aid, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to pass a criminal history and childcare background check
• Current CPR and first aid certification (maintained annually)
• Childcare experience preferred
• Evidence of teamwork, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
• Evidence of accurate record-keeping and confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming and friendly classroom environment for children, parents, visitors and the school community
• Assist and supervise children during activities; use positive discipline techniques
• Communicate effectively with parents and provide regular updates to families
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for children
• Support developmentally appropriate activities for ages 5-12
• Check children into the SACC program and maintain staff-to-child ratios
• Ensure classroom appearance and cleanliness
• Observe, record and report significant behavior to SACC Director or parents
• Adjust daily schedule as needed with changing ratios
• Be available for extra hours during early dismissals or breaks
• Present a positive and professional image at all times
• Adhere to district policies and licensing guidelines
• Frequent lifting up to 60 lbs and physical activity
• Light cleaning duties and other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Record-keeping

Discretion/confidentiality

Judgment/governance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utica Community School District is seeking a School Aged Child Care Assistant (SACC Assistant) for multiple Sterling Heights locations. The role supports students ages 5-12 in a school-year program running from 6:30am-9:00am and 3:00pm-6:00pm, with duties including supervision, positive discipline, and family communication.

Starting immediately, the position requires 18+, background checks, CPR/first aid, and a high school diploma.