Preschool AssistantDiocese of Grand Rapids

Join the Team at Muskegon Catholic Central! 

• FREE tuition for your first child (for full-time employees)
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment 
• Pension plan 
• Health insurance available (cost-shared) 
• Vision and dental coverage options 
• 401(k) plan available 

Position Overview 

We are seeking a dedicated and caring individual to join our team in a full-time childcare role. This position plays an important part in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for our preschool and elementary students.

Reports To: Preschool Program Administrator 

Qualifications 

• Must meet State of Michigan Child Care Licensing requirements for staff
• First Aid/CPR/BBP/AED certification (training provided at no cost) 
• Experience working with preschool and elementary-aged children preferred

Key Responsibilities 

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, county, school, and diocesan childcare regulations 
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment for students 
• Monitor and manage children’s personal belongings 
• Follow and uphold school policies and procedures 
• Promote appropriate student behavior to ensure safety and well-being
• Assist lead teacher with classroom activities and instruction 
• Collaborate with the Preschool Program Administrator and teaching staff to support programming 
• Clearly communicate expectations, policies, and consequences to students

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. 

Additional Information 

• Start Date: 
• Position Type: Full-time, school-year position with potential for year-round employment
• Compensation: Based on education and experience, within MCC’s operating budget
• Posting Date: March 17, 2026 
• Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and references directly to Jodie Railling at [email protected]