2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR

 
Position ~ Preschool Assistant Teacher ~ 12 Month Position

Posting Date:                               March 11, 2026
External Closing Date:             Until filled

Hours:
Full-time shift between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm

Compensation:  
Starting at $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Meet State licensing requirements for an early childhood assistant teacher preference given to candidates with CDA or early childhood education
• Adhere to policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook
• Create a safe environment for each child and carry out proper procedures in the event of an  emergency 
• Relate well to children, co-workers, and parents
• Knowledge of children's physical, emotional and developmental patterns 
• Create an atmosphere of appropriate guidance
• Meet the physical requirements of the position  

Duties: 

• Greet each child and parent daily
• Participate actively with the children
• Demonstrate appropriate and reasonable behavior expectations
• Actively supervise outdoor play
• Support and maintain a clean and organized environment both indoors and out
• Remain aware of all children even when dealing with an individual child or small group
• Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
• Create a positive and proactive partnership with parents
• Follow and meet licensing regulations and guidelines as well as professional development requirements of the position 
• Assist in the implementation of HighScope curriculum
• Complete weekly small group plans 
• Assist in COR assessment of students  
• Complete required professional development                                                                                                                                      

Professionalism:

• Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
• Present a professional demeanor and appearance
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Please Note:

Position will be paid and hired through:

EduStaff 

4120 Brockton Dr SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
 
Method of application:  

Internal Applicants: submit a letter of interest to Gina Benson at   [email protected] and Barb Leonard at [email protected].  

External candidates - Must complete the online application located on the Dexter Community Schools website.  

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

 

 

 

 

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2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Position ~ Preschool Assistant Teacher ~ 12 Month Position
Posting Date: March 11, 2026
External Closing Date: Until filled
Hours:
Full-time shift between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm
Compensation:
Starting at $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Requirements:
● Meet State licensing requirements for an early childhood assistant teacher preference given to candidates with
CDA or early childhood education
● Adhere to policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook
● Create a safe environment for each child and carry out proper procedures in the event of an emergency
● Relate well to children, co-workers, and parents
● Knowledge of children's physical, emotional and developmental patterns
● Create an atmosphere of appropriate guidance
● Meet the physical requirements of the position
Duties:
● Greet each child and parent daily
● Participate actively with the children
● Demonstrate appropriate and reasonable behavior expectations
● Actively supervise outdoor play
● Support and maintain a clean and organized environment both indoors and out
● Remain aware of all children even when dealing with an individual child or small group
● Demonstrate flexibility in the classroom
● Create a positive and proactive partnership with parents
● Follow and meet licensing regulations and guidelines as well as professional development requirements of the
position
● Assist in the implementation of HighScope curriculum
● Complete weekly small group plans
● Assist in COR assessment of students
● Complete required professional development
Professionalism:
● Work cooperatively with all staff to maintain an exceptional program
● Present a professional demeanor and appearance
● Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Please Note:
Position will be paid and hired through:
EduStaff
4120 Brockton Dr SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Method of application:
Internal Applicants: submit a letter of interest to Gina Benson at [email protected] and Barb Leonard at
[email protected].

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External candidates - Must complete the online application located on the Dexter Community Schools website.
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual
orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status,
military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"),
in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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