Preschool Assistant Teacher — Flexible Schedule & Growth

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

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