Preschool Associate Teacher- Dowagiac PY 26-27

Flowers Early Learning•Silver Creek Township, MI

26d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Flowers Early Learning is seeking two Preschool Associate Teachers for classrooms with children ages 3-5 for the Program Year of August 2026 to May 2027. The company, formerly known as Tri-County Head Start, has been recognized for its commitment to employee engagement, feedback, and wellness, being named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation in 2024 and a Moody Market Best Place to Work in Southwest Michigan in 2021. Flowers Early Learning's mission is to build a future where children, families, and communities thrive by providing high-quality education, health services, and more to families in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

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.
Possess a valid driver’s license
Own reliable transportation
Complete a physical examination
Complete comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check
Complete pre-employment drug screen including a negative result for Amphetamines, Cannabinoids (including Marijuana/THC), Cocaine, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP).

Responsibilities

Assist lead teachers with instruction
Classroom management
Cleaning
Food preparation
Implement curriculum
Implement on-going assessments
Implement observations for preschool-age children utilizing developmentally appropriate practices consistent with agency policies, Michigan childcare licensing, and the Head Start Program Performance Standards.