Preschool Aide

Preschool Aide Opportunity

Our Lady Star of the Sea School is a vibrant, faith-based community dedicated to bringing Jesus into our students' lives through exceptional academics and meaningful faith experiences. We are seeking an energetic, faith-filled Preschool Aide to join our early childhood team.

Requirements and Responsibilities:

• High School Senior, High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• Engage students in cooperative, creative, and safe play
• Support and assist the lead teacher in daily classroom activities
• Monitor student behavior and foster a positive and nurturing environment
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom
• Model after the lead teacher in promoting a consistent disciplinary approach, which sets high standards for student behavior, promotes self-direction and confidence, and manages inappropriate behaviors effectively
• Maintain a positive relationship with parents, staff, and administration through regular communication in a faith-based and professional manner
• Uphold our mission of "Building Strong Minds and Faithful Hearts Through a Catholic Education"
• Certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid (school will provide training if needed)
• Complete 16 hours of Professional Development in Early Childhood topics (annually)

Prior to start must complete:

• Fingerprinted/Background check (through school)
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Protecting God's Children Workshop (available through Archdiocese of Detroit)
• TB test and physical

Interested applicants should submit the following materials: a cover letter, resume, and a list of references to the principal, Mrs. Trudel at d.trudel.