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ECC Assistant
Summary:
The ECC Assistant supports the daily operations of the Shorian Early Childhood Center by assisting with staffing coordination, classroom coverage, front office responsibilities, student dismissal, family communication, and building safety. This position works closely with teachers, classroom associates, administrators, support staff, and families to help ensure the Early Childhood Center operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable licensing and supervision requirements. The ECC Assistant must be flexible and able to respond to changing needs throughout the day, including classroom staffing needs, employee breaks and absences, family questions, student pickup, and other operational priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the coordination of daily classroom staffing and coverage throughout the Early Childhood Center.
- Monitor staffing needs and help ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios and required supervision are maintained.
- Coordinate or assist with coverage for employee breaks, lunches, planning time, absences, meetings, and unexpected staffing needs.
- Communicate staffing adjustments and classroom coverage needs to teachers, associates, administrators, and other appropriate staff.
- Provide classroom support and coverage as assigned and as permitted by applicable licensing requirements.
- Assist administration in monitoring daily operations and identifying staffing or supervision concerns that require attention.
- Answer and direct incoming telephone calls and assist families, staff, and visitors with routine questions.
- Serve as a welcoming and professional point of contact for families entering or contacting the Early Childhood Center.
- Monitor the building entrance and designated doors to support a safe and secure environment.
- Assist with student dismissal and pickup procedures.
- Verify the identity and authorization of parents, guardians, and other individuals picking up children in accordance with center procedures.
- Communicate with classroom staff regarding student pickup, dismissal changes, or other pertinent information.
- Assist with documenting, receiving, and processing incident reports and ensure appropriate information is communicated to administration.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and employees.
- Assist with clerical, organizational, and operational tasks necessary to support the efficient functioning of the Early Childhood Center.
- Respond to changing center needs and provide assistance in classrooms, the office, common areas, or other locations as directed by administration.
- Follow district policies, Early Childhood Center procedures, licensing requirements, and applicable health and safety practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Early Childhood Center administration.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working in a school, childcare, early childhood, office, customer service, or similar setting preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with children, families, staff, and administrators.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Must meet all applicable district and State of Michigan requirements associated with working in an early childhood setting.
- The successful candidate will be dependable, organized, flexible, welcoming, and attentive to detail, and comfortable moving between administrative responsibilities and direct support of classroom and center operations as needs arise.
Travel Requirements:
This position is based at the Shorian Early Childhood Center. Travel is limited to occasional district-related meetings or trainings as assigned. Work Schedule: 261 Days (Schedule may vary based on center needs.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and move throughout the building for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally, including lifting and assisting young children as needed.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and supervise children in classrooms, hallways, and common areas.
- Ability to communicate clearly by phone and in person.
Lake Shore Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.