Daycare Assistant Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking an dependable Assistant Teacher to support classrooms serving infants through preschool-aged children. You will help create a safe, engaging learning environment and support daily routines alongside Lead Teachers.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with young children and thrive in a collaborative early childhood education team. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior childcare experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, patient, and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom routines and learning activities
• Support developmentally appropriate experiences for children across age groups
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Guide children through transitions including meals, rest time, and learning centers
• Prepare classroom materials and support group activities
• Encourage positive social interaction and classroom participation
• Communicate professionally with families and teaching team members
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing requirements and center policies

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Nurturing

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance


• 401(k) matching


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule

Assistant Teacher
Location: The Learning Experience – Byron Center, MI
Pay: $16–$18 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Assistant Teacher – Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Classrooms

The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking a dependable Assistant Teacher to support classrooms serving infants through preschool-aged children. This role helps create a safe, engaging learning environment while supporting daily classroom routines alongside Lead Teachers.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and being part of a collaborative early childhood education team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom routines and learning activities


• Support developmentally appropriate experiences for children across age groups


• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment


• Guide children through transitions including meals, rest time, and learning centers


• Prepare classroom materials and support group activities


• Encourage positive social interaction and classroom participation


• Communicate professionally with families and teaching team members


• Follow Michigan childcare licensing requirements and center policies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required


• Prior childcare experience preferred


• Strong teamwork and communication skills


• Reliable, patient, and nurturing approach to working with children


• Must meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of $16–$18 based on experience


• Consistent weekday schedule


• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment


• Professional development and advancement opportunities


• Employee childcare discount