Little Raiders Preschool Aide

Portland Public Schools: Little Raiders Preschool Aide

Portland Public Schools’ seeks an innovative and passionate individual to join our preschool team to enhance the education experience for our students enrolled in Little Raiders Great Start Readiness Program at Portland Public Schools. This position will start with the 26/27 school year.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes:

• Exceptional communication, analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character, a good sense of humor, and compassion for students, families, and staff

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, implementing and monitoring curriculum.
• Engage with children in all areas of the program and parts of the day.
• Work collaboratively and communicate with teaching team partner regarding children’s behavior and progress.
• Assist children with personal health care needs, including toileting.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development.
• Assist to maintain a safe and secure learning environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with young children and their families.
• Ability to work well with diverse families.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Ability to pass a Comprehensive background check per DHHS licensing
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Title: Little Raiders Preschool Aide
• Reports to: Early Childhood Director
• Calendar: As per District Preschool Calendar
• Compensation: In accordance with Preschool agreement

Application Process:

Applicants for the position should submit the following via by June 3, 2026.

• Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position
• A current resume with reference contact information

Christy Vostrizansky, Early Childhood Director

Portland Public Schools

500 Oak St

Portland, MI 48875

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Christy Vostrizansky, Early Childhood Director at [email protected] or 517-647-2991.

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.