Preschool School Day Lead Assistant

Job Summary

The Lead Assistant Teacher supports high-quality instruction and care in both tuition-based and GSRP preschool classrooms. Working closely with the Head Teacher, this role helps implement the High Scope Curriculum, contributes to daily planning and facilitation of learning experiences, and ensures consistent, developmentally appropriate supervision of children. The Lead Assistant actively supports positive behavior guidance, builds warm and professional relationships with families, and helps make children's learning visible through documentation and communication.

In addition to classroom responsibilities, this position oversees the After Care Program, ensuring a safe, engaging, and well-managed environment for children at the end of the school day. Ongoing professional development is provided and required to support continuous growth and alignment with program standards.

Ridge Wood

Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Lead Assistant Salary Schedule 2025-26 starting at Step 1: $15.60/hour

August 4-6 for High Scope Training, August 24, 2026 for the 2026-27 School Year

Full time;
Benefits include single-person medical / dental benefits, paid holidays & sick time;
Tuition Reimbursement available

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Child Development Associate Degree (CDA) or equivalent preferred. The equivalency is a minimum of 60 semester hours of college credits with 18 in Early Childhood Education or a related field; or
• Associate or Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or related field
• Experience working with preschool children in a professional setting preferred

• Knowledge of State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers
• Must obtain 16 Professional Development hours annually
• Knowledge of NAEYC Accreditation preferred
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Must demonstrate a growth mindset and attend ongoing professional development.
• Must be at least 19 years of age

• Ability to supervise children and assist with overall operation of a preschool classroom
• Work cooperatively with teaching staff in planning and performing classroom activities
• Ability to support children in developing self-help skills
• Implement positive redirection and behavior guidance
• Assist the teacher to ensure that the classroom is maintained in accordance with health and sanitation regulations
• Ability to follow directions
• Attend meetings and professional development opportunities as assigned
• Greet families daily and assist as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by Head Teacher

Contact Joanne Sawicki at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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