Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Job PurposeFarber Hebrew Day School/s Early Childhood Center, located in Southfield Michigan, is seeking a paraprofessional. This position will work closely with the classroom teacher to implement educational activities that meet the social, emotional, intellectual, physical, spiritual, and creative needs of individual students, and ensure that the children are well cared for and safe.Job Type: Full-timeSchedule:Monday to Friday 7:45 am - 4:00 pmDuties and ResponsibilitiesBe an active member of the classroom, playing, interacting and guiding the students.Be part of a rotating schedule for morning drop off and dismissal duty. Model good behavior by showing the children how to do the task rather than telling them how to do it.Discuss and support the behavior policies implemented by the classroom teacher.Accompany the class to and from and remain with them during all special classes.Be pleasant and polite with parents, but all discussion and questions regarding children should be directed to the classroom teacher.  Join the teacher during free play/small group time. Help at the project table or interact with the children during their free-play time. Help children either in small groups, or individually.Join the teacher on the floor, close to the children, during circle time and help children who need help focusing or provide appropriate redirection.Clean the tables after projects, snack and lunch using warm water, soap and bleachMaintain the cleanliness of the easel area (including cleaning paint brushes)Ensure the classroom snack cabinet is supplied with snacks and paper goods (napkins, bowls, spoons, forks, cups, etc.)Set up snack and juiceKeep track of diapers, pull-ups, extra clothes, wipes and send a note for any child who needs suppliesChange children’s diapersAssist children using the bathroomAssist children at arrival with coats, backpacks and lunches. Check backpacks for notes/supplies when necessary.Help and direct the children to clean.Participate in the 16 hours of required professional development as provided by Farber Hebrew Day School. Knowledge and SkillsAbility to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, office and school-based staff, students, parents, and communityDemonstrated professionalism, responsibility, and a strong work ethicPositive attitude and a drive for personal excellenceQualificationsHigh School DiplomaTwo – three years’ experience working with young childrenEarly Childhood degree/CDA, a plusBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurancePowered by JazzHR

Created: 2026-04-15