Preschool Assistant Teacher - Jenkins ECLC

Position ~ Preschool Assistant Teacher ~ 12 Month Position

2026/2027 School Year

July 23, 2026

Until filled

Full-timeshift between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm

Starting at $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

• Meet State licensing requirements for an early childhood assistant teacherpreference given to candidates with CDA or early childhood education
• Adhere to policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook
• Create a safe environment for each child and carry out proper procedures in the event of an emergency
• Relate well to children, co-workers, and parents
• Knowledge of children's physical, emotional and developmental patterns
• Create an atmosphere of appropriate guidance
• Meet the physical requirements of the position

• Greet each child and parent daily
• Participate actively with the children
• Demonstrate appropriate and reasonable behavior expectations
• Actively supervise outdoor play
• Support and maintain a clean and organized environment both indoors and out
• Remain aware of all children even when dealing with an individual child or small group
• Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
• Create a positive and proactive partnership with parents
• Follow and meet licensing regulations and guidelines as well as professional development requirements of the position
• Assist in the implementation of High Scope curriculum
• Complete weekly small group plans
• Assist in COR assessment of students
• Complete required professional development

• Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
• Present a professional demeanor and appearance
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

This position will be posted internal and external at the same time. No external candidates will be considered until all internal obligations have been met.

Position will be paid and hired through:

Edu Staff

4120 Brockton Dr SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49512

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER