Early Childhood Assistant Teacher — Growth Path

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Beltline; Grand Rapids Charter Township (MI); On-site; 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 – Beltline in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a dependable Assistant Teacher to support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms. This full-time role provides classroom coverage, assists lead teachers, and helps create safe, engaging environments where children can learn and grow.

Join a collaborative teaching team and participate in paid training and development. Earn $16–$18 per hour, based on experience, with benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in daycare, preschool, childcare, or early childhood preferred.
• Comfortable with multiple age groups and classrooms.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus.
• Reliable, flexible, energetic, and team-oriented.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms based on daily needs.
• Assist Lead Teachers with learning activities, classroom routines, and transitions.
• Engage children through play, art, music, movement, and outdoor experiences.
• Assist with meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, and other daily routines.
• Provide classroom and teacher break coverage while maintaining required ratios.
• Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance.
• Help prepare classroom materials and learning activities.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and teaching teams.
• Follow Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliable

Flexible

Team-oriented

Energetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or ECE coursework (a plus)

Job description

The Learning Experience – Beltline in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a dependable Assistant Teacher to support Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms. This full-time role provides classroom coverage, assists lead teachers, and helps create safe, engaging environments where children can learn and grow.

Join a collaborative teaching team and participate in paid training and development. Earn $16–$18 per hour, based on experience, with benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.