Childcare Assistant
Join the Team at Muskegon Catholic Central! FREE tuition for your first child (for full-time employees) Supportive, family-oriented work environment Pension plan Health insurance available (cost-shared) Vision and dental coverage options 401(k) plan available
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and caring individual to join our team in a full-time childcare role. This position plays an important part in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for our preschool and elementary students.
Qualifications
- Must meet State of Michigan Child Care Licensing requirements for staff
- First Aid/CPR/BBP/AED certification (training provided at no cost)
- Experience working with preschool and elementary-aged children preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, county, school, and diocesan childcare regulations
- Maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment for students
- Monitor and manage children's personal belongings
- Follow and uphold school policies and procedures
- Maintain accurate daily sign-in/sign-out records in accordance with state guidelines
- Promote appropriate student behavior to ensure safety and well-being
- Support and implement childcare program activities aligned with established guidelines
- Collaborate with the Childcare Director and teaching staff to support programming
- Clearly communicate expectations, policies, and consequences to students
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Start Date: Immediate
Position Type: Full-time, school-year position with potential for year-round employment
Compensation: Based on education and experience, within MCC's operating budget