Preschool/ Pre-K Assistant Teacher at The Grosse Pointe Public School System

Position Type:

Hourly/Preschool Childcare Program

Date Posted:

8/29/2024

Location:
Barnes Early Childhood CenterResponsibilities:

• Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each day.
• Promotes feelings of security and trust in children.
• Changes diapers/pull ups if needed in a timely manner following proper diapering procedures.
• Responds quickly in a soothing and tender manner to children's cries or calls of distress.
• Interacts with children positively and supports their learning and development.
• Supports and implements lessons and activities planned by the teacher.
• Works with the teacher to address challenging behaviors or situations
• Understands and implements injury policies and parent notification as necessary.
• Follows all rules and regulations established with the Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing of the Michigan Department of Human Services
• Acts as a positive liaison for parents/guardians as they visit the school
• Complete 16 hours of professional development each calendar year through the attendance of workshops, meetings and conferences.
• Assists other staff with cleaning and sanitizing responsibilities
• Other responsibilities as requested

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk over 60% of the work day in order to supervise children throughout daily activities, walk throughout the school, participate in Gym and Playground activities.
• Must have the physical stamina to care for energetic young children 1-5 years old.
• Required to lift (7-50 pounds), bend, sit on the floor, run and engage in other physical activities.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum State Licensing Requirements.
• Comprehensive Backround, signed child abuse form and TB test on file at main office.
• Yearly CPR and First Aid Training
• Must be able to adequately carry out all above mentioned job responsibilities.
• Compatible with Director, Assistant Director, Teacher, Assistant Teachers and caregivers.
• Be punctual and in attendance daily.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Work Year

9 month and/or 12 month position

Daily Scheduled Hours: Approximately 8:30 am-5:00 pm M-F
Location

Barnes

Salary

$12.91-$15.30/hourly, quarterly merit pay, paid holidays, paid vacation days Application Procedure: Complete the on-line application and attach the required

Application Procedure: Complete the on-line application and attach the required documents. Direct inquiries to Sara Meier, Director of Preschool Services; MeierS@gpschools.org