A seasonal part time (37 hours/week school year; 20 hours/week summer) position is currently available with Mid Michigan Community Action's preschool program.

Job Position:

Associate Teacher

Responsible to:

Preschool Teacher

General Responsibilities:

Assist in the daily operation of the preschool program, and provide a developmentally appropriate environment for young children.

Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:

• Assist in program planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities to enhance the physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth of young children.
• Make all efforts to assure the safety and well-being of every child in care
• Promote family involvement in the program.
• Assist with necessary program documentation and record keeping.
• Be able to perform as an effective team member, and promote positive concepts in the classroom.
• Fulfill the role of lead teacher as deemed necessary if the Preschool Teacher is unavailable.
• Increase personal knowledge of job-related skills by attendance at staff meetings, training opportunities, and conferences as offered.
• Collection of In-kind.
• Recruiting children for Agency's programs.
• Attend community meetings and events as needed to support agency programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• The Associate Teacher shall be of responsible character to meet the needs of young children, and be 18 years of age or older.
• The Preschool Associate Teacher must have earned a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associates’ Degree in an appropriate field of study.
• Must complete 12 hours of annual training in addition to CPR, First-Aid, and Blood-Borne Pathogen training.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have proficient computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver's license, proof of insurance. Must pass State Police criminal clearance check and MMCAA's "Insurance Carriers" driving record review.
• Successfully complete Criminal History and Child Abuse/Neglect clearance procedures at time of hire and when requested at any time during employment.
• Shall provide written report by a physician stating their physical capability as well as freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
• Must be able to lift and carry a child weighing 45 pounds in an emergency situation.
• Must be physically capable of performing CPR (with appropriate training).
• Must be able to work at the same level as a preschool child-bend, sit on floor or child's chair, squat, etc.
  

Wage Range:

$7.40-$8.00

Submit Resume:

Human Resources Director-YS

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency

1574 E. Washington Road

P.O. Box 768

Farwell, MI 48622

EOE/ADA

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more detailed information, please contact Human Resources at 989.386.3805.