Assistant Teacher - Daycare & Preschool

The Learning Experience; South Lyon (MI); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The Learning Experience in South Lyon Township, MI is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms. You will work with Lead Teachers to create safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environments.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and a structured schedule. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a passion for early childhood education, and a teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in daycare, preschool, or childcare preferred.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus.
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented.
• Comfortable supporting Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms.
• Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Teachers with daily classroom routines.
• Engage children through play, art, music, movement, and stories.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, rest time, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
• Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance.
• Help prepare classroom activities and learning materials.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
• Provide classroom coverage and support across age groups as needed.
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Dependable

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework (a plus)

Job description

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

Assistant Teacher - Daycare & Preschool

Location: The Learning Experience - South Lyon Township, MI

Pay: $16-$18 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - South Lyon Township is seeking a caring and dependable Assistant Teacher to support our Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to grow within early childhood education. You'll work alongside experienced Lead Teachers to create safe, engaging, and nurturing classrooms where children can learn, play, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Lead Teachers with daily classroom routines and learning activities
• Engage children through play, art, music, movement, stories, and hands-on experiences
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, rest time, transitions, and outdoor play
Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development
• Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance
• Help prepare classroom activities and learning materials
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized classroom environments
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
• Provide classroom coverage and support across age groups as needed
• 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
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
• Comfortable supporting Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms
• 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 leadership and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement