Preschool/Pre-K Assistant Teacher

About the role

Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each day. Promotes feelings of security and trust in children. 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. Acts as a positive liaison for parents/guardians as they visit the school.

Responsibilities

• Changes diapers/pull ups if needed in a timely manner following proper diapering procedures
• 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
• Completes 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 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

Pay

• $15.61/hourly
• Quarterly merit pay
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation days
• Benefits package

Schedule

• Program hours are 7:15-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
• 40 hours per week
• Staff will work an 8 hour day within that time frame
• Options for 9 or 12 months are available
• Starts September 2026

Location: Barnes