Assistant Teacher
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Assistant Teacher
Supportive and reliable assistant teacher needed for infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, flexibility, and working with children at different developmental stages. Our center offers a positive, team-oriented environment where teachers are supported, trained, and encouraged to grow in the early childhood education field.
What You'll Do
- Support lead teachers in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging classrooms for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
- Assist with daily routines such as meals, diapering/toileting, transitions, nap time, and play activities.
- Engage children in play-based learning, sensory activities, music, and early language development.
- Help maintain clean, organized classrooms that meet Michigan childcare licensing standards.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.
- Step into different classrooms as needed to support staffing and daily operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience in a daycare, preschool, or childcare setting preferred.
- CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus, but not required.
- Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Dependable, flexible, and team-oriented.
Why Join Us
- Competitive pay: $16–$18/hr.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Paid training and professional development.
- Employee childcare discount.
- Health, dental, vision, and 401K options for eligible employees.
- Supportive, welcoming work culture.
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour.
At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play, and grow.
Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.
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