Part Time Childcare Assistant

Kenowa Hills Public Schools • Grand Rapids, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Childcare Assistant will work at the Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center, providing support in a daycare classroom. This is a part-time position with a schedule of 20-25 hours per week. The center is open from 6:30 AM to 6 PM, and the assistant will need to be available for flexible hours if required. The role involves direct interaction with children aged 1 to 12 years old, assisting with daily routines, learning activities, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Effective communication with parents, students, and staff is essential, as is adherence to state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours if needed
• Ability to use appropriate tones and language with children and ability to be caring and nurturing to all
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with parents, students and staff
• Knowledge of and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations, as well as program rules and expectations
• Must be very punctual, and professional in appearance and demeanor
• An excellent attendance history is required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Receive clearance from the Michigan State Police prior to employment
• Responsible for the cost of the background check fee
• Complete LARA and CHRISS Live Scan Fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

• Childcare experience working with children from 1 year through 12 years old preferred

Responsibilities

• Child supervision, interacting with children and monitoring play between children
• Establish and maintain a daily routine suitable for the children’s needs, adjusting as needed
• Assisting with large and small group activities based on the children’s cognitive abilities
• Assisting with daily learning centers to incorporate math, sensory (science), language arts, large and fine motor activities.
• Assisting the lead teacher with input on the evaluation of the classroom program, classroom and children needs
• Responsible for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning
• Snack preparation and cleanup
• Attend monthly staff meetings and other necessary training sessions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed