Childcare Assistant

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