Preschool Associate Teacher- Millburg
About Us
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Harbor Twp.), Michigan. Flowers Early Learning, formally known as Tri-County Head Start, was selected as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation in 2024, and one of the Moody Market Best Places to Work in Southwest Michigan in 2021, for their commitment to employee engagement, feedback, and wellness.
Our Mission: To build a future where children, families and communities thrive.
Our impact lasts a lifetime. Flowers Early Learning employees promote social, emotional and physical health in our community by providing high-quality education, health services and more for the families who need us most in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.
Position Summary
Associate Teachers assist lead teachers with instruction, classroom management, cleaning, food preparation, and implement curriculum, on-going assessments, and observations for preschool-age children utilizing developmentally appropriate practices consistent with agency policies, Michigan childcare licensing, and the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
Education Requirement
- Minimum – High school diploma or equivalent with one year of relevant experience.
- Must complete age-appropriate Child Development Associate credential, child development apprenticeship or associate’s degree in early childhood education within two years of hire.
Other Selection Criteria
- Possess a valid driver’s license and own reliable transportation
- Complete a physical examination
- Comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check
- Pre-employment drug screen including a negative result for Amphetamines, Cannabinoids (including Marijuana/THC), Cocaine, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Marijuana is not legal at the federal level and is prohibited in the workplace or in one's system, even if legally prescribed.
Pay
- HS Diploma/GED: $15.61/hr.
- Preschool Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA): $15.93/hr.
- AA: $17.84/hr.
- Bachelors or Higher: $19.12/hr.
Schedule
- Full-time, Program Year (August-May), Hourly, Non-Exempt
- Expected Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p, 40 Hours per week
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Assistance in furthering your education
- Paid time off, earned sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and breaks, paid weather days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness committee dedicated to providing resources that enhance your life outside of work