Assistant Teacher
Fowlerville
Assistant Teacher
Full Time • Fowlerville
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
- Competitive pay based on education and experience
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Professional Development & Training
- Employee Child Care Discount
- Monday–Friday Schedule
- Daytime Hours
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
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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!
Compensation: $14.00 - $16.50 per hour
About Us
Our Mission
At Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy our mission is to prioritize safety while providing the highest quality education in a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. We strive to create ever-lasting trusting partnerships with our families as we grow bright futures.
What is Great Start to Quality?
Great Start to Quality is Michigan’s quality recognition and improvement system, which sets the quality standards and evaluates the quality of early care and education programs. It is funded by the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential. Great Start to Quality includes 10 Resource Centers across the state that work with programs to take steps to improve their quality. Great Start to Quality also shares information about programs with families and helps families select the right program for their needs.
Our Values
QUALITY
At Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy, we are prided in knowing that we give quality care to each and every child who attends our academy
HEALTH & SAFETY
Your child’s wellness and safety are of the most importance here at Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy. You will have peace of mind knowing your child is taken care of in the way he/she should be
TRUST
Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy is a trusted facility in Livingston county for the safety and care for the nurturing your child needs
PARTNERSHIPS
Having a partnership with the child’s caregiver is an important piece of the puzzle with your child’s success here at the academy. We strive to have communication and transparency with you about the education, care and nurture that your child has here
ACHIEVEMENT
At Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy, your child will make advanced achievements as they learn, play, and grow with us
DIVERSITY
At Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy, we carry an upright respect for diversity at the academy and will welcome any family with open arms into our lil family
DEDICATION
The dedication to your child's needs, safety, and wellness from our staff and facility is met every day to ensure your child is well taken care of to obtain advancements in learning growth
FUN LEARNING
We believe kids thrive in play-based learning environments because play-based learning curriculum foster kids' innate creativity and curiosity.
Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy
At Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy our mission is to prioritize safety while providing the highest quality education in a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. We strive to create ever-lasting trusting partnerships with our families as we grow bright futures. Lil Sunflowers Learning Academy is Fowlerville's newest option for Quality Daycare & Preschool. We provide care for children 6 weeks-5 years old. We are excited to grow our childcare family with High-Quality Teachers who are passionate about children and have a love for education. Join us on our journey as "We Grow Bright Futures"
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