Preschool assistant teacher

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Position:

Preschool Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Location:

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids Beltline, MI

Pay:

$16-$18 per hour, based on experience

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Job Description:

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids Beltline is seeking a caring and dependable Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to begin or grow a career in early childhood education. You'll work alongside an experienced Lead Teacher to create a safe, engaging classroom where preschoolers build confidence, independence, friendships, and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher with daily Preschool classroom routines and learning activities
• Engage children through play, art, music, movement, stories, and hands-on experiences
• Support early literacy, language, math, creativity, and social-emotional development
• Encourage independence, problem-solving, and positive peer interactions
• Assist with meals, rest time, outdoor play, transitions, and classroom routines
• Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance
• Help prepare classroom activities and learning materials
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or experience working with children preferred, but not required
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
• Willingness to learn and grow within early childhood education
• Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $16-$18 per hour
• Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive Lead Teacher and leadership team
• Opportunities to grow into Lead Teacher and other early childhood education roles

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids Beltline and start or grow your career in early childhood education while helping preschoolers learn, play, and thrive.