Preschool Assistant Teacher
The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Beltline•Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI
•$16 - $18
About The Position
The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids Beltline is seeking a caring and dependable Preschool Assistant Teacher to join its early childhood education team. The assistant teacher works alongside an experienced Lead Teacher to create a safe, engaging classroom where preschoolers build confidence, independence, friendships, and a love of learning. This role is suitable for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to begin or grow a career in early childhood education.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented.
- Willingness to learn and grow within early childhood education.
- Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or other experience working with children is preferred but not required.
- CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus.
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.
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training and development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Opportunities to grow into Lead Teacher and other early childhood education roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
