Portland Public Schools: Latchkey Aide

Portland Public Schools is seeking dependable, caring, and enthusiastic individuals to join our Latchkey team as Latchkey Aides. Latchkey Aides help provide a safe, positive, engaging, and welcoming environment for students participating in the District’s before- and after-school childcare program.

Interested candidates must possess the following:

Must be at least 18 years of age in accordance with Michigan childcare licensing requirements
Ability to successfully complete all required Portland Public Schools background checks
Ability to successfully complete all State of Michigan childcare licensing background check requirements
Experience working with preschool and/or elementary-aged children preferred
Ability to work effectively and positively with children
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Dependable, flexible, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Must possess or be willing to complete all required training, including:
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens training
- Required annual childcare training hours
- Any additional training required by the State of Michigan or Portland Public Schools

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supervise and support students participating in the before- and/or after-school Latchkey program
Help maintain a safe, welcoming, organized, and engaging environment for students
Assist with age-appropriate activities, games, crafts, and other programming
Apply program expectations and rules in a consistent, fair, and positive manner
Serve as a positive role model for students
Support the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students
Effectively communicate and cooperate with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, and District staff
Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding students and families
Assist with basic first aid and student health needs in accordance with District procedures and required training
Follow all Portland Public Schools policies and applicable State of Michigan childcare licensing requirements
Perform other related duties as assigned

Position Details:

Position: Latchkey Aide
Reports To: Early Childhood Director
Schedule: Before school, approximately 6:30–8:45 a.m., and/or after school, approximately 3:30–6:00 p.m.
Compensation: In accordance with the Latchkey pay scale
Posting Date: September 23, 2026
Application Deadline: Until Filled

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a current resume and reference through https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/portlandk12

Questions regarding the position may also be directed to Christy Vostrizansky at cvostrizansky@portlandk12.org.

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively, “Protected Classes”), be discriminated against in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Portland Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.