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How much do before school jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for before school in Michigan is $84,130.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,900.00 and $103,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a before school?

A Before School job typically involves supervising and ensuring the safety of children before the school day begins. Responsibilities may include assisting with breakfast, engaging children in quiet activities, and helping with school preparations. These roles are often found in schools, childcare centers, or community programs and require good communication and organizational skills.

What does a typical morning look like for someone working in a before school program?

A typical morning for Before School staff involves greeting students as they arrive, ensuring safe sign-in procedures, supervising free play or organized activities, and sometimes assisting with breakfast distribution. Staff members often help students prepare for their school day, address any immediate needs, and facilitate smooth transitions to classrooms when school begins. Collaboration with other team members and clear communication with parents are daily expectations. This routine helps ensure children are engaged, cared for, and ready to start their academic day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the before school position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Before School Program Staff member, you typically need experience working with children, basic first aid knowledge, and in some cases, a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with child care management systems or sign-in/out apps, and basic certification in CPR/First Aid, are commonly required. Strong soft skills such as patience, effective communication, and reliability are crucial for building rapport and ensuring child safety. These skills and qualifications are vital to foster a secure, supportive environment that helps children start their school day positively.

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Infographic showing various Before School job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,130 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Before School Child Care Provider

West Ottawa Public Schools

Holland, MI

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Notice of Support Staff Posting

Position:                      Before School Child Care Assistant                           Posting # 4097

  • Waukazoo Elementary Schools

Posting Dates:            August 14, 2026 Until Filled 

Reports To:                 State & Federal Coordinator

Beginning:                   8/24/2026

Hours:                         10-20 hours per week

                                    Monday Friday

             6:30AM 8:45AM
            School-Year/Part-Time 

Qualifications: 

  • Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check through the Michigan State Police and the FBI to ensure suitability for working with children. (Registration in the CCBC System)
  • CPR and First Aid Certification: Must have current certification in CPR and First Aid
  • Willingness to participate in Annual Training: Ongoing professional development is required, including training on child abuse and neglect, and other relevant topics (e.g., child development, safety, and emergency procedures).


Job Responsibilities

  • Provide Supervision: Ensure the safety and well-being of children during the two-hour before care period
  • Engage in Activities: Lead age-appropriate activities (games, crafts, reading, etc.) to keep children engaged and active.
  • Morning Routines: Assist children with settling in, organizing personal items, and following a morning routine.
  • Promote Positive Behavior: Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment while managing behavior and conflicts. Contact parents with behavior concerns.
  • Communication with Parents: Greet parents upon drop-off/pick-up, and provide brief updates if necessary regarding the child's well-being.
  • Collaborate with School Staff: Coordinate with school staff to ensure a smooth transition for children to the regular school day.
  • Maintain Cleanliness: Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe space for children.
  • Follow Policies and Procedures: Adhere to all school policies, health regulations, and safety protocols.
  • Payroll & Invoicing: Monitor and document staff and student attendance, reporting weekly numbers as needed.


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work; those activities where detailed or import spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
  • Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • The worker is subject to environmental conditions.
  • The worker should provide consistent and reliable in person attendance.


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