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Early Preschool Assistant Teacher

Milestones Early Learning
Portage, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

Milestones Early Learning is now hiring for Full time Early Preschool Assistant teacher at our Portage location. If you have a passion for working in the Early Childhood field, please inquire.

Benefits, vacation time, 401K and discounted childcare are just some of the great things offered with Milestones.

Responsibilities and Duties

Planning and implementing enriching lesson plans in line with early childhood standards. Caring for and engaging with children age 2 years - 2 1/2 years in authentic learning experiences through play, establishing & maintaining positive family, child, and staff relationships, and ensuring safety and highest quality childcare. Candidates must have availability until 6:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Qualifications and Skills

Ideal candidates will be caring, dependable, and enthusiastic, motivated, and work well in a team-oriented environment. Applicants must possess the following required qualifications/credentials:

. Be 18 years of age or older

· Clear criminal background check

· Current CPR/First Aid certification

Job Type: Part-time and Full- time available

Salary: $13.50-15.00 depending on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.50 - $15.00 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?

Ability to Commute:

  • Portage, MI 49024 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Portage, MI 49024: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $15

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