Child Development Assistant

Overview

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Child Development Assistant (CDA) who will be able to assist the Instructor in the planning, supervision and direction of children during center hours.

Hours vary between 7:00 am - 5:30 pm, Mon-Fri. Multiple positions to start in the  school year.

The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Has completed child care classes or is currently enrolled
• Has earned a high school diploma or equivalence
• Demonstrates warmth, concern, enthusiasm and a genuine interest in young children
• Exhibits interest and support in educational programs
• Can establish positive rapport with children and interact in a mature and appropriate manner with adults
• Is able to develop the understanding of individual needs of students and gauges expectations appropriately
• Exhibits flexibility and patience when dealing with children and adults
• Is able to accept direction and performance evaluation
• Maintains confidentiality of information concerning students and program
• Demonstrates tact when discussing student related or staff related problems
• Exhibits appropriate dress and appearance in keeping with the school environment
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds

• Exhibits a commitment to the District’s Shared Vision and Collective Commitments
• Creates a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture
• Supports the plans and implementation of a variety of developmentally appropriate classroom activities in a safe and nurturing environment
• Takes direction from the instructor to assist with classroom activities
• Follows LPS Policies and Procedures and State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Programs
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with program families and LPS personnel
• Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by supervisors

Applicants should furnish a letter of intent, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation.

The Child Development Assistant will work when the program is in operation. This is an hourly position. Rate of pay will be $15.00 per hour. This position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, available on the Livonia Public Schools webpage.

It is the policy of the Board of Education that Livonia Public Schools will not discriminate against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or transgender status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status — Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at .

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: handicap or disability — Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at .