NMCAA Preschool Hannah – 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. $14.65 -15.65 per hour.

EOE. For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net

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NMCAA  – Assistant Teacher Manton GSRP

Do you like summers off? How about mostly working during the school day?

Do you dream of promoting a culture of support and empowerment by teaching

and leading our community's youth, while encompassing the whole family?

We proudly 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.

Head Start assistants must have a CDA credential, be enrolled in a CDA credential program
that will be completed within two years from the date of hire, have an associate or bachelor’s
degree (in any area), or be enrolled in a program leading to such a degree.

Experience working in a team environment.

36 hours per week, 41.2 weeks per year. $14.78 - $15.84 per hour, depending on education.

EOE. For details visit www.nmcaa.net

Assistant Teacher - Traverse Heights Elem

NMCAA Preschool  Assistant Teacher Mesick

Do you like summers off? How about mostly working during the school day?

Do you dream of promoting a culture of support and empowerment by teaching

and leading our community's youth, while encompassing the whole family?

We proudly 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.

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, 37 weeks per year. $15.78 - $17.68 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Head Start Substitute - Traverse Heights

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 will vary. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour.

EOE

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NMCAA Head Start Substitute - Chums

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 will vary. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour.

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.

High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a team environment.

Hours will vary. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour.

EOE

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Substitute - Head Start - Cherry Knoll Elem Traverse City

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 will vary. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour.

NMCAA Head Start - Hannah Kingsley, St. Mary's of Hannah

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 will vary. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour.

EOE

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NMCAA Head Start/Early Head Start is seeking a Trauma-Informed Behavior Specialist

to support the emotional, social, and behavioral development of children ages 0-5

throughout 10 counties in Northwest Michigan.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing behavior intervention plans,

collaborating with staff and families, providing training, and monitoring child progress and outcomes.

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, or related

field required; Master's preferred. Must have 2-3 years of experience working with

young children, knowledge of trauma-informed care and behavior management,

and strong communication and collaboration skills.

40 hours per week, 48 weeks per year, $23.62-$24.28 per hour

EOE.

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NMCAA Early Head Start Teacher - Fisher Building

 Job Overview

Join our dedicated team as an Early Head Start Teacher, where your passion for early childhood development will inspire and nurture the youngest learners.

Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms young lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values professional growth, teamwork, and the joy of supporting children during their most formative years. Join us in making a difference—apply today!

The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for fostering the social, emotional,

and cognitive development of infants, toddlers, and two-year-olds through

developmentally appropriate educational practices, while ensuring a safe and

nurturing classroom environment. In collaboration with the EHS co-teacher,

the role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized learning

plans, supporting family engagement, and adhering to program standards to

promote school readiness and comprehensive child development.

Associate degree in early childhood education preferred, or a minimum Child

Development Associate (CDA) credential in infant/toddler development.

Experience working with low-income/at-risk families and collaborating

with community members.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $21.32 - $22.32 per hour. EOE.

For details and to apply visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs

Meals on Wheels Program Specialist – Traverse City

Are you looking for a meaningful career, helping seniors in our community?

Seeking Meals on Wheels Program Specialist with responsibility for:

· Financial, data, and administrative support (deposits, payables, reports, client feedback)

· Client service (handling client phone calls, intakes, client/driver situations)

· Fundraising administrative support

Qualifications/Skills include: Strong Computer Skills (MS Word and Excel); Positive communication skills,
team player, flexible and resourceful; Would enjoy helping seniors and families; Organization and
problem-solving skills, attention to detail.

High school education or equivalent.
Experience working with the public, in related field, or with the senior population preferred.

Full Time, 52 weeks per year. $20.41 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Home Based Child Family Specialist – Wexford County/North Street

The Child Family Specialist will deliver child development and support services to
families in a manner that reflects the NMCAA Head Start Programs goals and
expectations as delineated in the local program plans.

Home-based CDA credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or
bachelor’s degree.

Prior experience working with low income/at risk families.

Experience working directly with children and families preferred.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $21.63 - $21.93.

NMCAA Budget & Housing Coach - Petoskey Office

The Budget & Housing Coach will assist Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA)

communities by helping individuals improve their financial stability and housing outcomes.

This role involves providing client advocacy, financial education, and casework support, as well as

promoting Housing and Financial Stability Services to strengthen the overall quality of life for residents.

The Budget & Housing Coach will guide clients in budgeting, managing finances, and navigating

housing-related challenges to achieve long-term financial empowerment and stability.

BA/BS in a relevant field or a high school diploma with 5 years equivalent experience is required.

Full time, year-round. $22.42 per hour.

EOE.

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Tax Coordinator - Traverse City

To assist in providing free tax preparation services for underserved communities within NMCAA by

overseeing and coordinating the seasonal volunteer tax preparation program, leading the Northwest

Michigan Tax Coalition, and promoting tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC),

Home Heating Credit, and Property Tax Credit for low- to moderate-income individuals.

BA/BS in a relevant field or equivalent experience is preferred.

Five years of relevant experience preferred.

Full-time, year-round. $23.13 per hour.

EOE.

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. $14.65 -15.65 per hour.

EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Lincoln Street 1 - 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, 35 weeks per year. $22.37 - $23.64 per hour. EOE

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NMCAA Early Learning Center Mancelona – Head Start 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.

28 hours per week, temporary, number of weeks will vary. $14.65 -15.65 per hour.

EOE.

Meals on Wheels Program Specialist - Cadillac

The Meal on Wheels Program Specialist – Cadillac supports the Senior Nutrition department in

Wexford/Missaukee counties by handling client service, administrative, and financial tasks as well as

assisting with meal preparation and meal delivery as needed. Responsibilities include managing inquiries

from home–delivered clients, supporting Congregate luncheon sites, processing payables and deposits,

assisting in kitchen with meal preparation as needed, and serving as back-up driver for home-delivered

and congregate clients. The specialist also supports compliance with program standards and

requirements, provides support for fundraising and community outreach efforts,

and assists the broader Senior Nutrition department as needed.

High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience working with the public, in a related field, or with the senior population is preferred.

Full-time, year round. $20.41 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. $18.55 per hour. EOE.
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Meals on Wheels Driver Coordinator – Traverse City

The Meals on Wheels Coordinator oversees the Senior Nutrition program in a select county, managing volunteers,
kitchen staff, Meal Transporters, and Site Coordinators to ensure timely meal preparations, delivery, caring visits,
and safety checks for Meals on Wheels and Congregate clients while handling necessary financial and administrative tasks.

Minimum of a high school education; college degree in a related field is preferred.

Coordinator must obtain Serve-Safe certification at the agency’s expense.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $23.13 per hour. EOE.

NMCAA Early Learning Center Discovery (Traverse City High School) - Teacher
Come join our team of “Baby Brain Builders” for our Early Head Start classroom of 8,
where we provide responsive caregiving to infants and toddlers.

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. $21.32 - $22.32 per hour. EOE.

For details and to apply visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs

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NMCAA Preschool Rapid Citiy – 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 High School Diploma and experience working with children,
with the ability to obtain a CDA. Support provided to further education, if needed.
36 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. $15.78 - 17.68

per hour. EOE.
For more details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs

NMCAA Preschool Chums – 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 High School Diploma and experience working with children,

with the ability to obtain a CDA. Support provided to further education, if needed.

36 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. $15.78 - 17.68 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Lincoln Street 3 – Assistant Teacher (2 positions)

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, 34 weeks per year. $15.78 - 17.68 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Lincoln Street 3 – Assistant Teacher (2 positions)

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, 34 weeks per year. $15.78- $17.68 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Lincoln Street 3 - 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, 34 weeks per year.$22.37 - $23.64 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Traverse Heights – 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 High School Diploma and experience working with children,
with the ability to obtain a CDA. Support provided to further education, if needed.
36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. $15.78 - 17.68

per hour. EOE.
For more details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs

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NMCAA Early Learning Center North Street – Head Start 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, 38 weeks per year. $14.65-15.65 per hour. EOE.

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NMCAA Head Start Substitute - Mill Creek

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 will vary. $14.65 - 15.78  per hour.

EOE

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NMCAA Preschool Marty Paul - 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.
29 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour. EOE.
For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs.

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SSVF Housing Based Case Manager — Alpena (Hybrid/Remote)

This position will also serve clients in Otsego, Presque Isle, Montmorency, and Alcona counties.

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.

This position requires travel across a large service area, with mileage reimbursed according to agency guidelines.

40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. $20.41 per hour. EOE.

For more information and to apply visit www.nmcaa.net Click on Careers/Search Jobs

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NMCAA Preschool Alanson — 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 varies. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour. EOE.
For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net Select Careers/Search Jobs.

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NMCAA Preschool Petoskey — 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 varies. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour. EOE.
For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs.

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NMCAA ELC Mancelona (Head Start classroom) — 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 varies. $14.65 - 15.78 per hour. EOE.
For details and to apply, visit www.nmcaa.net select Careers/Search Jobs.

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. $22.37 - $23.64

per hour.

EOE

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NMCAA Preschool Manton 2 - 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, 40.8 weeks per year. $22.37 - $23.64

per hour.

EOE.

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NMCAA Preschool Missaukee 1 – 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. Those with a CDA are welcome to apply as we can apply for a waiver through Head Start.

Experience working in a team environment.

40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.$22.37 - $23.64  per hour. 

EOE.

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Sub for Houghton Lake, Falmouth, Missauke and Roscommon