At Wayland Union Schools we strive to teach, inspire and challenge our children to become caring contributors, lifelong learners, and critical thinkers prepared to embrace all of tomorrow’s opportunities.

We have established a student focused culture by encouraging collaboration with all employees. We are 1:1 with Apple iPads in grades K-12 and are able to provide our students with support and enrichment that will prepare them for college and/or the workplace. Would you like to be part of a district that only hires the elite to teach and inspire our future? It all starts here!

Position Summary:

Wayland Union Schools is seeking an enthusiastic and caring individual to support our early childhood programs. This position may provide support in our GSRP preschool classrooms and/or Little Wildcat Club childcare program, depending on program needs.

The Early Childhood Assistant/Childcare Staff member will help provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment for young children. This position works collaboratively with teachers and childcare staff to support children's learning, development, social-emotional growth, and overall well-being.

Qualifications:

High school diploma required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Childcare health and safety training required.
Degree, certification, or coursework in early childhood education or a child-related field OR valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required.
Previous experience working with young children preferred.
Current CPR/First Aid certification required as applicable to program/grant requirements.
Must be willing to complete required professional development and training.
Must be able to meet all applicable Michigan childcare licensing and program requirements.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Support Lead and Associate Teachers in implementing curriculum, lesson plans, and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
Supervise and actively engage children during play, meals, rest time, structured learning activities, outdoor play, and childcare programming.
Assist in creating a warm, inclusive, safe, and engaging classroom and childcare environment.
Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, games, sensory activities, and outdoor play.
Support classroom and childcare management strategies that encourage positive behavior and emotional growth.
Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff and promote a sense of community and trust.
Assist with observing and documenting children's development in accordance with program guidelines.
Collaborate with the teaching team to support individual learning and developmental needs.
Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and healthy learning environment.
Communicate effectively and professionally with children, families, teachers, and other staff.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required training.
Maintain compliance with all applicable district, state, and federal childcare licensing, safety, and program requirements.
Follow requirements established by the Michigan Department of Education, Bureau of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), and GSRP, as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Early Childhood Services, GSRP Supervisor, Early Childhood Specialist, or Superintendent.

Terms of Employment: The position schedule is tentatively 6:15-11:45am and 3:45-5:45pm, starting 26-27 school year .

Subject to the Preschool Staff Agreement found on our website:http://www.waylandunion.org

Contingent upon passing post-offer background checks

Contingent upon the number of children enrolled in the program

Little Wildcat Club Site Coordinator & GSRP Aide