Infant Toddler Teacher / Apprentice - Benton Harbor

Flowers Early Learning•Benton Heights, MI

1d•$16 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Flowers Early Learning is seeking Infant/Toddler Teachers for classrooms serving children ages 0-3. The company, formerly known as Tri-County Head Start, has been recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation in 2024 and a Best Place to Work in Southwest Michigan in 2021. Their mission is to build a future where children, families, and communities thrive by promoting social, emotional, and physical health through high-quality education and health services for families in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Own reliable transportation.
Complete a physical examination.
Complete a comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen including a negative result for Amphetamines, Cannabinoids (including Marijuana/THC), Cocaine, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP).
Minimum – Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) infant/toddler.
Candidates without an associate’s degree must complete the Child Development Apprenticeship upon hire and obtain a minimum of eighteen credit hours of early childhood education courses, within four years of continuous employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, with at least 18 credits in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

Provide nurturing care, supervision, support, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children ages 0-3.
Implement High Scope curriculum.
Conduct on-going assessments.
Work with a team of coworkers and volunteers.
Build child-focused partnerships with families and support staff.
Ensure compliance with state and federal licensing and grant requirements.