Preschool Associate Teacher — Inspire & Support 3–5s

Flowers Early Learning; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Sick time

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Weather days

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Flowers Early Learning in Dowagiac, Michigan, is seeking two Preschool Associate Teachers to support classrooms with children ages 3-5. The role offers full-time hours and a pathway to professional development.

As an Associate Teacher you will assist lead teachers with instruction, manage the classroom, prepare meals, and help implement curriculum, assessments, and observations in a state-licensed Head Start program.

Qualifications

• Requires a 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with instruction and classroom management.
• Assist with cleaning, food preparation, and daily classroom routines.
• Implement curriculum, ongoing assessments and observations for preschool-age children.

Skills

Instruction assistance

Classroom management

Food preparation

Curriculum implementation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year relevant experience

CDA or ECE degree within 2 years

Job description

Flowers Early Learning in Dowagiac, Michigan, is seeking two Preschool Associate Teachers to support classrooms with children ages 3-5. The role offers full-time hours and a pathway to professional development.

As an Associate Teacher you will assist lead teachers with instruction, manage the classroom, prepare meals, and help implement curriculum, assessments, and observations in a state-licensed Head Start program.