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Early Preschool Assistant Teacher

Milestones Early Learning
Portage, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/12/2026

Full-Time Early Preschool Assistant Teacher
Milestones Early Learning – Portage, MI

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children? Milestones Early Learning is looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Full-Time Early Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our team at our Portage location.

If you're looking for a rewarding, long-term career in early childhood education where you can inspire young learners every day, we'd love to hear from you! This is a year-round, long-term position. Seasonal or summer-only applicants are not being considered.

Why Join Milestones Early Learning?

We value our team and offer a supportive work environment along with excellent benefits, including:

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Paid vacation time
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Discounted childcare
  • Supportive, team-oriented workplace
  • Opportunities for professional growth

Responsibilities

As an Early Preschool Assistant Teacher, you will:

  • Assist in planning and implementing engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that align with early childhood standards.
  • Foster authentic learning experiences through play for children ages 2 to 2½ years.
  • Create a safe, nurturing, and positive classroom environment.
  • Build strong relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.
  • Ensure the highest standards of care, supervision, and early childhood education.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is caring, reliable, energetic, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Clear criminal background check
  • Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain if applicable)

Pay

$14.00–$17.00 per hour, based on experience.

If you're ready to build a meaningful career helping young children learn, grow, and thrive, we encourage you to apply today. We look forward to welcoming you to the Milestones Early Learning family!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have any experience working with young children in a group setting?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $17

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