Part-time Preschool Instructional Aide

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Lansing has openings for an energetic Preschool Instructional Aide to join our team. Our Aides nurture relationships, support learning, and create a warm, high-quality learning environment where every child is known. If you're passionate about shaping young lives, driven by purpose, this role is for you.

Qualifications

Associate degree in early childhood education or child development or possess a preschool CDA certification. Experience working with 3–5-year-old children Able to follow verbal or written directions Able to observe, describe, and react appropriately to student behaviors. Physical strength and resilience to perform necessary lifting and related duties Able to work under stress due to the demands of students Demonstrable knowledge of appropriate and successful positive discipline methods and positive interaction with students and staff Training in CPR & First Aid, or willingness to be certified in both Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check (including fingerprinting) before employment and periodically afterward Responsibilities and Duties: Engage in a team-teaching model, including planning and implementing curriculum.

Actively participate in classroom instruction by leading small groups and large groups. Interact positively with children during choice time. Be knowledgeable about writing anecdotal records, including child assessments. Respectfully monitor student’s behaviors and administer appropriate disciplinary consequences as authorized by the building principal and teacher.

Inform the principal or teacher of serious student problems, including necessary written reports. Assist in all other tasks related to lunchroom and playground supervision within the broad job goal as assigned by the program director. Will employ a consistent daily routine, ensuring a safe environment for all learners Must be able to always maintain confidentiality and a professional attitude Ensure licensing protocols are being followed Other duties may be assigned by the classroom teacher or program director Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs.

(Preschool Children) REPORTS TO: Program Director EMPLOYMENT TERMS:10:30AM-2:30 PM (Part-Time) Hourly compensation commensurate with experience DEADLINE TO APPLY: October 16th, at 4:00 p.m. Start within two weeks of hiring. TO APPLY: To be considered a candidate, you are required to submit an email containing a letter that explains your rationale for applying, along with your qualifications for the position.

External candidates must additionally provide a resume, their most recent evaluation, at least two (2) letters of reference, transcripts, credentials, and a completed Lansing Diocese application to: kerrigans@ihmlansing.org or Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and School, ATTN: Parish Administration, 3815 S. Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48910