Mini Mariner Associate Teacher PT

NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION

March 19, 2026 3 and 4 year old Associate Teacher, Part Time - Mini Mariners Manistee Early Childhood Center

JOB SUMMARY

Associate Teacher will provide essential support to students and assist teachers in delivering high-quality care and education. This role may involve both academic support and general supervision duties, ensuring a safe, nurturing and productive learning environment for all students. We are seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic about working in a collaborative classroom environment and demonstrates a genuine passion for caring for and supporting young children. The ideal candidate understands child development and strives to meet the individual social, emotional, and learning needs of each child. They are creative, flexible, and willing to assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and lessons. This individual values maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom space, prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of all children, and is dependable, responsible, and committed to ongoing professional growth in the field of early childhood education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• ​ Supervise students and maintain State child ratios and guidelines
• ​ Ensure the health and safety of all student in care
• ​ Create an orderly and clean classroom environment
• ​ Assist with maintaining classroom discipline and managing student behavior according to school policies.
• ​ Assist students with daily activities and tasks (this may include toileting, dressing and meals)
• ​ Support students with special needs, adapting materials and methods to meet their individual learning plans.
• ​ Monitor student progress and report any concerns to the appropriate staff members.
• ​ Student support as required/assigned
• ​ Plan and implement activities and/or lessons for the whole class.

HOURS:

Part Time Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 5:30pm with some full or ½ days as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent Some childcare experience preferred Must complete a State of MI Child Care Background Check Continuing education 24+ hrs per year with MiRegistry

• Trainings are arranged by MECC

RECOMMENDED SKILLS:

• Ability to implement Positive Behavior Interventions & supports
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other ECE Staff to support the overall educational program
• Participate in professional development opportunities and complete the required 24 hours of MiRegistry trainings to enhance skills and knowledge related to student support, care and supervision
• Organize and maintain data/records
• Use of communication via email, phone & communication apps like ProCare
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting student growth and development.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

PAY/BENEFITS

Per contract, Starting pay $15.00 through Edustaff, LLC

EXPIRATION DATE:

Until Filled