Preschool Assistant Teacher

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 - Grand Rapids Beltline is seeking a caring Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will work with a Lead Teacher to support daily routines and activities for preschoolers.

This full-time, Monday–Friday role offers competitive pay of $16-$18 per hour, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. You will help children develop confidence, independence, friendships, and a love of learning in a safe classroom that

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous daycare or preschool experience preferred but not required.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus.
• Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented.
• Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements.

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

Skills

Patience

Dependability

Teamwork

Energetic

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework

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

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

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 materialsMaintain 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