Child Care
Grand Rapids
Posted 2 months ago

Job Description:

St. Paul the Apostle is seeking several Child Care Assistants to support our After School Care program for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for college students who enjoy working with children and are looking for part-time, meaningful work. 

 

Position Details

  • Hours: 3:00PM – 5:30PM, Monday-Friday
  • Flexible Schedules Available: 2-3 day/week options
  • Student Ages: toddler through elementary school
  • Program with students begins August 24th, 2026 (start date can be flexible with college start dates)
  • Program with students ends June 8th, 2027.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage with children in a warm, respectful, and positive manner
  • Monitor and ensure the safety of all children
  • Assist older students with homework
  • Facilitate age-appropriate activities in art, science, literacy, math, and gross motor play

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Valid drivers license
  • Enjoys and is comfortable working with children
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Energetic, creative, and team oriented

 

Required Certifications/Trainings (can be completed after hiring; employer will coordinate and cover training costs): 

  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Blood Borne Pathogens training
  • Virtus – Protecting God’s Children Training
  • Child Care Licensing Health & Safety Training

 

Please send electronic letters of interest and resumes, along with an employment application to: 

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School 

Sarah Kleinschmit 

Early Childhood and After School Care Director 

[email protected]

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