Preschool Aide

Preschool Aide

American Montessori Academy located in Livonia/Westland is hiring a Full Time Preschool Aide. Great benefits offered! AMA is a welcoming and genuine learning environment. Our staff is reflective, productive and equitably adapt their instruction to meet each student's needs. Through the Montessori philosophy and individualized learning paths, we engage students to emerge as self-directed learners, flexible thinkers, and peaceful problem solvers. Above all, we pride ourselves in the fact that we create lasting relationships among our students, parents and staff. Do you possess the following characteristics? Flexibility? The ability to build positive relationships? Reflective and authentic? Team player? Proactive and solution focused? Lifelong learner? Professional? Equitable? Employs Montessori approach? Innovative? Leadership? Passionate about student success We are looking for energetic, talented and focused staff who want to become part of our family! If you want to be part of a school culture with high expectations for all, collaboration at every turn and generous benefits then you need to apply today!

Job Summary

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Preschool Aide to join our early childhood education team. The Preschool Aide will work closely with the Preschool Teacher to support the educational, social, emotional, and physical development of young children. This role is essential in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where children can develop foundational skills and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Assist the Preschool Teacher with the preparation and implementation of instructional materials, classroom activities, and learning centers.
• Support the daily supervision and care of preschool-aged children.
• Assist with classroom management and help maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provide individual and small-group support to reinforce learning activities and developmental goals.
• Encourage the development of social, emotional, language, and motor skills through age-appropriate activities.
• Help students follow classroom routines, expectations, and transitions throughout the day.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, rest periods, and other non-instructional activities.
• Assist children with basic self-help skills, including toileting, handwashing, dressing, and eating as needed.
• Observe and report student progress, behavior, and developmental concerns to the Preschool Teacher.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Support the implementation of health, safety, and licensing requirements.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and families as directed.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet the needs of all students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and sensitive information.
• Assist with classroom setup, organization, and preparation of materials.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Cognitive Demands:

• Supervise multiple students at once.
• Provide support to students in individual and small-group settings.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and orderly learning environment.
• Demonstrate patience and flexibility while working with young children.
• Respond appropriately to student needs, behaviors, and emergencies.
• Participate in continuous professional development.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor.
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Assist children with daily activities and mobility needs when necessary.
• Participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions.
• Reach, stoop, and move throughout the classroom environment.
• Withstand a moderate to high noise level common in preschool settings.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and early childhood education practices preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
• Ability to maintain a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification as required.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans
• 4% 401K company contribution
• 3% 401K company match
• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer