Preschool Associate Teacher- South Haven

Flowers Early Learning; South Haven (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Flowers Early Learning in South Haven, MI is seeking Preschool Associate Teachers to support classrooms serving ages 3-5. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt role with a 40-hour work week from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The pay ranges from $15.71 to $19.24 per hour based on credentials (HS diploma, CDA, AA, or Bachelor’s degree). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum – High school diploma or equivalent with one year of relevant experience.
• Must complete CDA credential, child development apprenticeship or associate’s degree within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with instruction and classroom management.
• Clean and prepare foods and classroom materials.
• Implement curriculum and conduct ongoing assessments and observations.
• Use developmentally appropriate practices per Head Start standards.

Skills

Classroom management

Instruction

Food preparation

Assessments/observations

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA credential

Associate’s degree in early childhood education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Job description

Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in South Haven, Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Associate Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5.

Flowers Early Learning 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.

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.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, vision, & life insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, and assistance in furthering your education.

Other benefits include paid time off, earned sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and breaks, paid weather days, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. Our wellness committee is dedicated in providing resources that enhance your life outside of work.

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.

Job Type

Full-time, Program Year (August-May), Hourly, Non- Exempt

Expected Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p, 40 Hours per week

Rate of Pay

HS Diploma/GED: $15.71 Preschool Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA): $16.06 AA $17.95 Bachelors or Higher: $19.24

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

All candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and their own reliable transportation, complete a physical examination, comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check, and 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.

Equal Opportunity Policy

Flowers Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any employee, volunteer, or applicant regarding race, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, genetic status and/or genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability and/or handicap as defined by State and Federal law