Preschool Lead Assistant 2

Preschool School Day Lead Assistant 2

Job Summary: The position involves working directly with preschool-age children in a NAEYC Accredited program. The Lead
Assistant is responsible for assisting the Head Teacher with planning and instruction, supervision of children and assisting
with behavior guidance when needed, developing positive relationships with families and colleagues and making learning
visible to families. Ongoing professional development is provided and required.

Location: Old Village School

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

Hourly Rate: Lead Assistant Salary Schedule
2025-26 starting at Step 1: $15.15/hour

Start Date:
As soon as cleared

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

Educational Requirements:
~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
~ An Associate or Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood or related field
~ Experience working with preschool children in a professional setting preferred

Qualifications:
~ 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

Duties and Responsibilities:
~ 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 sawickjo@northvilleschools.org

Deadline: Until filled

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