NMCAA
NMCAA Early Learning Center Houghton Lake – Center Assistant
Join our Head Start and Early Head Start team where we provide responsive
caregiving to children 0-4 years old.
Year Round, no weekends, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid holidays, accrued
vacation up to 2 weeks, accrued sick/personal time, and professional development
opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference and love to prepare
healthy meals that nourish the bellies of our youngest community members, this is the job for you!
40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $18.05 per hour. EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool East Jordan – Classroom Aide
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other
services to enrolled children and families.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience working in a team environment.
29 hours per week, 41 weeks per year. $14.26 -15.36 per hour.
EOE.
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Mancelona Early Learning Center — Early Head Start Center Assistant
The Center Assistant is responsible for promoting school readiness by providing relational learning and
enhancing the social and cognitive development of children in Early Childhood Centers. This role
includes supporting day-to-day classroom operations, assisting in meal planning and food service,
ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and building strong partnerships with families and staff while
adhering to all state, federal, and programmatic standards.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with an emphasis on infant and toddler development.
Demonstrates good moral character as defined by the Licensing Rule for Childcare Center.
Prior experience working with low-income/at-risk families and collaborating with community members.
Full time, year round. $18.05 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Manton 2 – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA is seeking a full-time Education Coach to support Head Start and GSRP preschool classrooms in Wexford and Roscommon counties.
This role is designed to inspire and guide teachers in strengthening their instructional practices, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for children and families. The position also includes responsibilities for monitoring and compliance with state and federal funding standards.
A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required.
Join our team and help make a lasting impact in early childhood education!
Full time, year round. $22.99 - 23.63 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Roscommon – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Discovery Early Learning Center -Teacher
for our Early Head Start infant and toddler classroom.
Come join our team of “Baby Brain Builders”.
NMCAA Program Philosophy- “We believe that children need strong families in order
to develop into mature adults who are productive members of society.
Our goal is to nurture families. We will seek whatever support is available and
advocate for what is needed to enable the children in each family to be successful in school.”
Must have at least a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (Infant Toddler preferred).
Paid time-off, work from home on snow days, insurance,
and continuing education support.
40 hours per week, 41 weeks per year. $20.75 - $21.99 per hour.
EOE
NMCAA Discovery Early Head Start (TCHS)
Come and join our team of “baby brain builders”.
Classroom Aide needed for a classroom of 8 where we provide responsive
caregiving to infants and toddlers.
No weekends, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid holidays, accrued sick/personal time off, and professional development opportunities.
40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. $14.26 - $15.36 per hour. High school diploma or GED preferred.
EOE
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NMCAA Preschool Mesick – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. $15.13 - $17.02 per hour.
EOE.
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Housing and Homeless Services Program Manager — Traverse City
The Housing and Homeless Services Program Manager will ensure that Housing and Homeless Services programming administered by Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA) is consistent with the collective work to end homelessness within the communities we serve. They will be responsible for collaboration within our communities and statewide to provide effective services to end homelessness in the NMCAA region, by managing NMCAA CoC homeless programs in alignment with Coalition partners.
BA/BS or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
5 years of experience in non-profit administration and management preferred.
Full time, year-round. $25.67 per hour.
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Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program Manager — Traverse City
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program Manager will support NMCAA in the coordination, development, and delivery of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program to prevent and end homelessness among low-income Veteran households across the Northern Lower Michigan service region.
Provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction to ensure the program aligns with SSVF core principles, including Housing First, Rapid Re-Housing, Homelessness Prevention, and comprehensive Supportive Services, while ensuring full compliance with all SSVF programming requirements and federal regulations.
BA/BS or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
5 years of experience in non-profit administration and management preferred.
Knowledge of and/or experience with the SSVF program preferred.
Full time, year-round. $25.67 per hour.
EOE
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NMCAA Preschool Roscommon – Classroom Aide
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other
services to enrolled children and families.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience working in a team environment.
29 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. $14.26 -15.36 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Roscommon – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 35 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Meals On Wheels – Part Time Kitchen Helper – Cadillac
To assist in quality meal preparation complying with all applicable sanitation and
health standards, and in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
10 months per year (Sept – mid June), up to 20 hours per week. $13.34 per hour.
EOE. For details and to apply, visit
SSVF Housing Navigator and Housing Based Case Manager – Alpena (Hybrid/Remote)
The Case Manager will collaborate with the Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness (NMCEH)
and the Michigan Balance of State Continuum of Care (BOSCOC) to implement the Housing and Homeless
Services programs of the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA). This position involves
direct engagement with the homeless population through community shelters and street outreach, assisting
clients in securing safe, permanent housing, and connecting them with additional community resources for
support. The Case Manager will also be responsible for maintaining client information, notes, and housing
plans, as well as completing reports for various programs and grants while advocating for effective solutions
to end homelessness.
BA/BS in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field preferred.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $19.86 - $20.26 per hour. EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Chums 1 – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 43 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Early Head Start Learning Center Houghton Lake – Family & Center Specialist
The Family & Center Specialist oversees the daily operations of the Early Head Start (EHS) center,
managing staff, ensuring the implementation of educational and developmental programs, and
fostering strong family partnerships to support child and family well-being. They are responsible
for maintaining compliance with Head Start standards, coordinating family engagement activities,
and ensuring the provision of quality services to enrolled children and families.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development preferred.
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or Bachelor’s degree in a
related field, plus 18 semester hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development and 480
hours of experience. Prior experience working with low income/at risk families.
Strong teamwork skills which balance team and individual responsibilities.
Experienced in working collaboratively with community members.
40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $21.42 – $22.65 depending on level of education.
EOE.
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To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
12 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Marty Paul – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $15.36 - $17.28 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Marty Paul – Classroom Aide
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and other
services to enrolled children and families.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience working in a team environment.
35 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $14.26 -15.36 per hour.
EOE.
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NMCAA Preschool Mancelona ELC – Assistant Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
Qualifications start with a CDA, support provided to further education if needed.
36 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $15.13 - $17.02 per hour.
EOE
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NMCAA Early Head Start Center Substitute – North Street/Cadillac
Come and join our team of “baby brain builders”.
Early Head Start Center Substitute needed to join co-teacher in a
classroom of 8 where we provide responsive caregiving to infants and toddlers.
Minimum of a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) with a focus on infant and toddler development.
Up to 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, as needed.
EOE. $17.78 per hour.
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Job Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Substitutes for our NMCAA Preschool Classrooms in our 10 county regionn. In this role, you will provide essential support in maintaining a positive learning environment for students in the absence of their regular classroom teacher. You will be responsible for managing classroom behavior, and ensuring that students remain engaged and productive throughout the school day. This position is ideal for those with a passion for education and a desire to make a difference in the lives of children.
NMCAA Preschool – Missaukee is seeking a Substitute
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social, and
other services to enrolled children and families.
High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.
Hours per week and weeks per year vary. $14.05 per hour.
EOE.
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Come PLAY on our team!!
Paid time-off during the school year, wellness activities, flexible hours on some Fridays,
work from home on snow days, insurance, summers off, and continuing education support.
NMCAA Preschool - Chum's Plaza Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive
development of children through the provision of educational, health,
nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.
Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child
development or early childhood education.
Experience working in a team environment.
40 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. $21.10 $22.32 per hour.
EOE
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NMCAA Preschool Houghton Lake – Lead Teacher
To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive
development of children through the provision of educational, health,
nutritional, social, and other services to enrolled children and families.
Have at least an associate or bachelor’s degree in child
development or early childhood education.
Experience working in a team environment.
40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. $21.10 - $22.32 per hour.
EOE.
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