Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Paid time off
Benefits & Perks
Career advancement opportunities
Positive and supportive work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Hands-on experience in early childhood education
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's learning and development
About the Role
Kindergarten Round-Up Childcare LLC is looking for a caring, dependable, and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our team in Detroit, MI.
Our Assistant Teachers work alongside Lead Teachers to create a safe, nurturing, structured, and engaging environment for children. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children, works well as part of a team, and is ready to be actively involved in the classroom.
Responsibilities
Support the Lead Teacher with daily classroom routines, lesson plans, and age-appropriate activities.
Actively supervise and engage with children throughout the day.
Participate in reading, arts and crafts, learning activities, outdoor play, and play-based learning.
Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
Assist children with meals, toileting, handwashing, transitions, and other daily routines as needed.
Use positive guidance and age-appropriate behavior management techniques.
Help maintain a clean, organized, sanitized, and welcoming classroom.
Communicate professionally with parents, coworkers, and management.
Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and childcare licensing requirements.
Assist wherever needed to help the classroom operate safely and smoothly.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience working with children is preferred.
Patient, caring, dependable, and professional.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow directions and work cooperatively with the Lead Teacher and other staff.
Ability to pass required background checks and meet Michigan childcare licensing requirements.
CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
Willingness to complete all required childcare trainings.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who understands that being an Assistant Teacher means being an active part of the classroom. The ideal candidate takes initiative, actively interacts with the children, supports the Lead Teacher, and helps keep the classroom safe, organized, and running smoothly.
Most importantly, we want someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and wants to help create an environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive.
About Us
Kindergarten Round-Up Childcare LLC is a childcare provider serving families in the Detroit community with a commitment to early childhood development, quality care, and family support.
We strive to provide a warm, engaging, and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to learn, grow, build confidence, and thrive.