Benton Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Harbor Twp.), Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program Year (Augu…
Skills: High Scope Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Child Observation, Child Assessment, Classroom Management
Benton Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$17/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Harbor Twp.), Michigan and is currently looking for a Classroom Support Staff, serving classrooms with children ages 0-3. Flowers Early Learn…
Skills: Classroom support, Food preparation, Cleaning, Supervision, Child care
New Buffalo Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in New Buffalo, Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Associate Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 0-3. Flowers Early Learning, formally k…
Skills: Classroom management, Instruction, Curriculum implementation, Child observation, Developmental assessment
Paw Paw Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool with locations throughout Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties and currently has an opening for an Administrative Specialist at our Head Start Administrative Office in P…
Skills: Administrative Support, Customer Service, Data Entry, Scheduling, Microsoft Word
Benton Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$20/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Benton Harbor, Michigan and is currently looking for Infant/Toddler Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 0-3. Flowers Early Learning, formally know…
Skills: Infant Care, Toddler Care, High Scope Curriculum, Child Assessment, Family Partnership
Benton Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool with locations throughout Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties and currently has an opening for an Administrative Specialist, serving classrooms with children ages 0-5. …
Skills: Staff Scheduling, Administrative Support, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Benton Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Harbor Twp.), Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Associate Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program …
Skills: Instruction, Classroom management, Curriculum implementation, Ongoing assessments, Observations
Paw Paw Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool with locations throughout Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties and currently has an opening for an Family Advocate, serving classrooms with children ages 0-5 in the New …
Skills: Family Engagement, Recruitment, Enrollment, Attendance Analysis, Community Outreach
Silver Creek Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Dowagaic, Michigan and is currently looking for two Preschool Associate Teacher, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program Year (August 2026-…
Skills: Instruction, Classroom Management, Curriculum Implementation, Child Assessment, Observation
New Buffalo Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in New Buffalo, Michigan is currently looking for a Preschool Teacher, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program Year (August 2026-May 2027). Fl…
Skills: High Scope Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Child Observation, Child Assessment, Classroom Management
New Buffalo Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$20/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in New Buffalo, Michigan and is currently looking for Infant/Toddler Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 0-3. Flowers Early Learning, formally known …
Skills: Infant Care, Toddler Care, High Scope Curriculum, Child Assessment, Classroom Management
Silver Creek Township, Michigan, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Dowagiac, Michigan and is currently looking for a Lead Preschool Teacher serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program Year (August 2026 - May 20…
Skills: High Scope Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, Child Observation, Child Assessment, Classroom Management
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Preschool teachers provide nurturing care and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children aged 3-5. They implement the High Scope curriculum and Conscious Discipline while ensuring compliance with Head Start and Michigan licensing requirements.
Candidates must have at least an Associate or Bachelor degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education with 1-2 years of experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean background check/drug screen are required.
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Harbor Twp.), Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Teachers, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for next Program Year (August 2026-May 2027).
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.
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, paid vacation time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and breaks, paid weather days, Tuition Assistance, and an employee assistance program. Our wellness committee is dedicated in providing resources that enhance your life outside of work.
Position Summary: Preschool teachers provide nurturing care, supervision, support and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children aged 3-5. Responsibilities include implementing High Scope curriculum and social emotional growth strategies, like Conscious Discipline, performing regular observations and assessments, and ensuring that the classroom meets all Head Start and Michigan childcare licensing requirements. In the Head Start program, teachers build child-focused partnerships with families to promote consistent developmental strategies, and work as a team with coworkers and volunteers to ensure that all classrooms meet health, safety and quality standards.
Job Type: Full Time, Program Year (August-May), Exempt, Salaried
Expected Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8a-4:30p, 40 hours per week. Work hours may vary due to daily schedule.
Rate of Pay: AA: $18.40/hr BA or Higher: $20.94/hr
Education Requirement: Minimum - AA, or BA in Child Development or Early Childhood Education with 1 to 2 years of related experience. Desired - BA degree in Early Childhood Education is required within 6 years of hire. The Tuition Assistance Program may be available upon request.
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.
Growing Bright Futures
WHO WE ARE Since our inception in 1972, we have served over 40,000 children. Tri-County Head Start currently serves 908 children from birth to 5 years of age and their families in our home—and center-based programs in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. WHAT WE DO At Flowers Early Learning, we are more than a preschool. We offer wrap-around services for the children and families we serve in addition to the high-quality early education we provide. Our education team prepares children for Kindergarten and future school success, and our Family Advocates link families to community resources, ensure that children are up-to-date on their medical and dental appointments, and help families set and achieve goals.
Offices: 775 Hazen St, Paw Paw, Michigan 49079, US
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WHO WE ARE Since our inception in 1972, we have served over 40,000 children. Tri-County Head Start currently serves 908 children from birth to 5 years of age and their families in our home—and center-based programs in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. WHAT WE DO At Flowers Early Learning, we are more than a preschool. We offer wrap-around services for the children and families we serve in addition to the high-quality early education we provide. Our education team prepares children for Kindergarten and future school success, and our Family Advocates link families to community resources, ensure that children are up-to-date on their medical and dental appointments, and help families set and achieve goals.
Offices: 775 Hazen St, Paw Paw, Michigan 49079, US
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