Assistant Teacher — Child Care Assistant

  • Michigan State University
  • United States, MI
  • Jul 16, 2026
Full-time, Part-time
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    Job Description:

    Working/Functional Title

    Assistant Teacher

    Position Summary

    Seeking qualified candidate as an Assistant Teacher to work with children at the Michigan State University Child Development Laboratory in the department of Human Development and Family Studies.  Basic Functions are to support the Head Teacher to provide high-quality early care and education in a classroom setting, according to state licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities include implementing planned activities, participating in child assessment, working with families and the ability to maintain professional conduct per NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

    Minimum Requirements

    Knowledge normally acquired by completing specialized training such as that acquired in one year of college, technical, vocational or trade school; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in providing childcare; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) requires a minimum of a CDA or 12 college credits in in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or early childhood special education.

    Desired Qualifications

    A Associate or Bachelor degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or early childhood special education; certification in infant, child, and adult CPR and First Aid; experience providing child care to children aged birth to three years; knowledge of infant/toddler development and facilitation of growth and learning; ability to establish high quality relationships with children and families.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

    Required Application Materials

    Cover letter, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, and 3 references

    Work Hours

    STANDARD 8-5

    Website

    HTTPS://HDFS.MSU.EDU/CDL/

    Summary of Physical Demands

    Lifting babies and young toddlers from floor to hold, from floor to low chair, from low chair to standing, from crib; carrying baby to lull to sleep, move from one place to another; pushing baby stroller, taking babies for a walk.

    Summary of Health Risks

    Contact with bodily fluids.

    Bidding eligibility ends July 21, 2026, 11:55 PM







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