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Preschool Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Cascade
Posted a month ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Grand Rapids, Kent 49548, MI

Salary

$16 - $18 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts

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  • The Learning Experience in Cascade, MI is hiring a Preschool Assistant Teacher for the closing shift, offering a pay range of $16 to $18 per hour.
  • This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED, with prior preschool, daycare, or childcare experience preferred.
  • The role involves supporting the Lead Preschool Teacher, engaging children in play-based learning, and ensuring a safe and organized classroom environment.
  • Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement.
  • Ideal candidates should be reliable, patient, and comfortable working a consistent closing shift while fostering a positive learning environment for preschoolers.
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
Preschool Assistant Teacher (Closing Shift)
Location: The Learning Experience – Cascade, MI
Pay: $16–$18 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

The Learning Experience – Cascade is seeking a dependable and caring Preschool Assistant Teacher to support our preschool classroom during the afternoon and closing hours. Our center provides a nurturing, structured daycare and preschool environment where children feel safe, supported, and engaged through the end of their day.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with preschool-aged children and thrives in a team-oriented early childhood setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Lead Preschool Teacher in maintaining a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom

  • Assist with daily routines including learning centers, transitions, meals, rest time, and end-of-day activities

  • Engage children in play-based learning, early literacy, art, music, and hands-on activities

  • Support positive behavior guidance and social-emotional development

  • Help prepare the classroom for closing, ensuring cleanliness and organization

  • Communicate positively with families during pick-up and through daily updates

  • Follow all health, safety, and Michigan childcare licensing requirements

  • Collaborate with teachers and leadership to ensure smooth classroom operations during closing hours

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Preschool, daycare, or childcare experience preferred

  • CDA or early childhood coursework a plus, not required

  • Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices

  • CPR and First Aid preferred or willingness to obtain

  • Reliable, patient, and comfortable working a consistent closing shift

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options

  • 401k plan

  • Paid time off

  • Employee childcare discount

  • Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Apply today to support preschoolers in a positive, high-quality learning environment through the end of their day.



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