Preschool Associate Teacher- Millburg

About the role

Our Mission: To build a future where children, families and communities thrive.

About Us: Our impact lasts a lifetime. Flowers Early Learning, formally known as Tri-County Head Start, 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. 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transportation.
• Pass a physical examination, comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check, and pre‑employment drug screen (negative for Amphetamines, Cannabinoids including Marijuana/THC, Cocaine, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP)).

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 resources

Pay

Compensation range: $15.61 – $19.12 per hour (DOE). Specific rates by education:

• HS Diploma/GED: $15.71/hr
• Preschool Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA): $16.06/hr
• Associate’s Degree (AA): $17.95/hr
• Bachelor’s or Higher: $19.24/hr

Schedule

Job Type: Full-time, Program Year (August‑May), Hourly, Non‑Exempt.

Expected Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week.