Assistant Teacher
The Learning Experience - Clarkston
Location
Oakland County, Michigan
Salary
$16 - $18 / HOUR
Quick overview
Support lead teachers in maintaining safe and engaging classrooms for children across infant, toddler, and preschool stages. Assist with daily routines, play-based learning activities, and maintaining licensing standards.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma or GED is required, with previous childcare experience and CDA or ECE coursework preferred. Candidates should be dependable and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
Job description
Benefits
401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Assistant Teacher – The Learning Experience – Clarkston, MI Pay: $16–$18 per hour Schedule: Full-Time
About The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience – Clarkston is hiring a Supportive and Reliable Assistant Teacher to work across Infant, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, flexibility, and working with children at different developmental stages.
Our center offers a positive, team-oriented environment where teachers are supported, trained, and encouraged to grow in the early childhood education field.
What You’ll Do
- Support Lead Teachers in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging classrooms for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
- Assist with daily routines such as meals, diapering/toileting, transitions, nap time, and play activities.
- Engage children in play-based learning, sensory activities, music, and early language development.
- Help maintain clean, organized classrooms that meet Michigan childcare licensing standards.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.
- Step into different classrooms as needed to support staffing and daily operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience in a daycare, preschool, or childcare setting preferred.
- CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework is a plus, but not required.
- Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP).
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Dependable, flexible, and team-oriented.
Why Join Us
Competitive pay
$16–$18/hr Flexible scheduling options Paid training and professional development Employee childcare discount Health, dental, vision, and 401K options for eligible employees Supportive, welcoming work culture
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Employee childcare discount
- Free uniforms
- Training & development