School-Age Child Care Assistant

Little Glad Early Childhood Center – Fowlerville Community Schools

Position Summary

Little Glad Early Childhood Center is seeking caring, energetic, and dependable individuals to work with school-age children (Grades K–5) in our before- and after-school child care program, as well as our summer program. Staff members supervise children, build positive relationships, and plan and participate in engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote learning, creativity, and fun.

This position is an excellent opportunity for:

• College students pursuing a degree in education, early childhood, child development, or a related field.
• Parents seeking employment during their children's school hours.
• Retired educators or individuals with experience in child care or caregiving who wish to remain active in the workforce.

We are happy to train the right candidate. We are looking for individuals who are flexible, kind, dependable, energetic, and passionate about working with children in a positive, team-oriented environment.

Work Schedule

School Year

Monday–Friday

• 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
• 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Additional hours may be available during the school day by assisting in preschool classrooms with lunch coverage, staff breaks, and other support needs.

Summer Program

Monday–Friday

• Approximately 7.5-hour shifts scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for school-age children.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being.
• Plan, organize, and participate in age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Foster children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development through positive interactions and meaningful experiences.
• Assist with lesson planning, activity preparation, classroom setup, and organization.
• Support children with varying developmental needs by adapting activities as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program environment.
• Enforce classroom, playground, and program expectations using positive behavior supports, redirection, and effective communication.
• Build positive relationships with children and families, greeting them daily and communicating professionally regarding children's needs and activities.
• Assist with attendance, documentation, and other program records as assigned.
• Demonstrate knowledge of child development and implement developmentally appropriate practices.
• Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure high-quality care and programming.
• Maintain appropriate child care licensing ratios and be willing to work in different classrooms or program areas as staffing needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adults.
• Basic computer and technology skills.
• Ability to obtain any required child care licensing clearances and trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, child care, camp, recreation, or related setting.
• Coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Recreation, or a related field.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Physical Requirements

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and actively engage with children.
• Frequently use hands for classroom and activity materials.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Supervise children both indoors and outdoors for extended periods.
• Possess sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities to safely supervise children and respond to emergencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound judgment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise school-age children in accordance with district policies and state child care licensing requirements.
• Ensure children are appropriately supervised during transitions, activities, meals, outdoor play, and program operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fowlerville Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Questions or concerns regarding nondiscrimination may be directed to:

Director of Human Resources
Fowlerville Community Schools
7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A
Fowlerville, MI 48836
(517) 223-6018

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