What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant Teacher - Jenkins ECLC position at Dexter Community Schools?
2026/2027 School Year
Position ~ Preschool Assistant Teacher ~ 12 Month Position
Posting Date: July 23, 2026
External Closing Date: Until filled
Hours:
Full-time shift between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm
Compensation:
Starting at $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Requirements:
- Meet State licensing requirements for an early childhood assistant teacher preference 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
Duties:
- 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 HighScope curriculum
- Complete weekly small group plans
- Assist in COR assessment of students
- Complete required professional development
Professionalism:
- Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
- Present a professional demeanor and appearance
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Method of Application
Internal Applicants: Submit a letter of interest to Gina Benson at bensong@dexterschools.org and Barb Leonard at leonardb@dexterschools.org.
External candidates - Must complete the online application located on the Dexter Community Schools website.
NOTE: 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.
Please note:
Position will be paid and hired through:
EduStaff
4120 Brockton Dr SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $15 - $18