Assistant Teacher

As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside our Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn, explore, and thrive every day. If you're ready to join a team that is passionate about early childhood education and making a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our growing team. As an Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside our Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn, explore, and thrive every day.


What You'll Do

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Supervise children at all times while ensuring compliance with Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, meals, nap time, and daily classroom routines.
• Document children's daily activities through our parent communication app.
• Encourage positive behavior while supporting children's independence and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team to create a fun, welcoming learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for working with young children.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center is preferred but not required—we are happy to train the right person!
• Must be able to pass the Michigan Child Care Background Check (CCBC).
• Must meet all State of Michigan licensing requirements for employment in a licensed childcare center.

Benefits

1. Competitive pay based on education and experience
2. Health Insurance
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. Paid Holidays
5. Paid Professional Development & Training
6. Employee Child Care Discount
7. Monday–Friday Schedule
8. Daytime Hours
9. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Rate of pay is based on education, credentials, and experience in the field.
  
  

Job Type: Full-Time


If you're ready to join a team that is passionate about early childhood education and making a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!