Currently Hiring:

Full-Time Classroom Support Teacher

Job Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Or 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

This para-professional position requires work in a child care center with children from one to two years old. An employee in this position helps children in all program activities, interacts with them, guides their interactions with each other, and instructs them in the use of materials. The Classroom Support Teacher is an integral and vital member of the teaching team in the classroom. Support Teachers are hired to the center and may be assigned to any classroom as needed. The duties are carried out under the close supervision of the Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers.

Qualifications:

• Completion of at least sophomore status at an accredited college or university or two years experience in the field of early childhood.

• Valid references or currently employed with the center.

• Physical and mental stamina.

• Evidence of sufficient maturity and judgment to handle crisis situations.

• A philosophy of Early Childhood Education compatible with the center.

• Ability to establish warm supportive relationships with the children, recognize illness symptoms, accept and profit from supervision and constructive feedback, to develop and maintain working relationships with parents and staff, and to thrive in a team oriented environment.

Compensation: A competitive salary with benefits including paid holidays, sick days, vacation days and personal days.

Transition Age Assistant Teacher (2-3)

The assistant teacher is responsible for supporting the lead teacher in the planning and implementation of the center curriculum and children’s program.

Qualifications

• An associates degree, or higher, from an accredited institution in the field of early childhood education, or related field; or a current CDA.
  At least 30 college-level semester hours in coursework related to early childhood are required
• Physical and mental stamina; including repeated lifting (30 lbs or more), ability to move quickly from sitting on the floor to standing position repeatedly, and the ability to run if needed
• Knowledge of teaching and activity methods used with infant, toddler, preschool or early elementary school-age children and principles of child development, the behavior of young children, positive discipline and redirection techniques.
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in group settings of young children
• Ability to establish warm supportive relationships with the children, recognize illness symptoms, accept and profit from supervision and constructive criticism, develop and maintain working relationships with parents and staff, and thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Experience with planning lessons and activities that support an emergent learning environment
• Basic computer skills including ability to access the internet for research, send and receive emails, and experience using Microsoft Office to create documents
• Knowledge of the Michigan Early Learning Standards for Infants and Toddlers
• Ability to lead and supervise support staff members

Compensation: A competitive salary with benefits including health, dental and vision insurances, supplemental insurances, paid holidays, sick days, vacation days and personal days.

Part-Time Teacher Aides

Required Availability: Must be available 12:30-5:30 Monday – Friday OR at least 3 days per week

This para-professional position requires work in a child care center with children from two weeks to six years old. An employee in this position helps children in all program activities, interacts with them, guides their interactions with each other, and instructs them in the use of materials.

Qualifications: High school diploma required, prefer additional education in Child Development or a related field.

Knowledge relating to young children, first aid methods, and safety requirements.

Ability to work with children in a warm, responsible, and positive manner and to react calmly in a crisis situation.

Physical and mental stamina

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to bend down, kneel, sit on floor, run and move quickly

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, repeatedly and as needed

Successful completion of an in-classroom observation and reference checks

Positive Criminal Background Check and DHS Central Registry Clearance

Provide proof of a Tuberculosis Test having been completed within the past year

Job offers are contingent upon the completion and positive review of a Criminal History Background Check, Central Registry Clearance, employee Health Appraisal with Tuberculosis Test, and References Check

Job Type: Part-time

 $12.05 per hour