Infant Assistant Teacher

Infant Assistant Teacher (Closing Shift)

Location: The Learning Experience – Clarkston, MI

Pay: $16–$18 per hour

Schedule: Full‑Time, Monday–Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm

The Learning Experience – Clarkston is seeking a caring and dependable Infant Assistant Teacher to support our infant classroom during the afternoon and closing hours. Our center provides a warm, nurturing daycare and preschool environment where infants feel safe, loved, and supported as they grow and develop.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with babies and thrives in a structured, team‑oriented childcare setting.

• Support the Lead Infant Teacher in maintaining a safe, calm, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Assist with daily infant care routines, including bottle feeding, diapering, naps, tummy time, and transitions.
• Engage infants in sensory play, music, and early language experiences.
• Help prepare the classroom for end‑of‑day transitions and ensure 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 through closing.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with infants in a daycare, preschool, or childcare setting preferred.
• CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework a plus (not required).
• Knowledge of infant development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred (training available).
• Reliable, patient, and comfortable working a consistent closing shift.

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Clarkston and help support our youngest learners in a loving, high‑quality infant classroom.