A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.
Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool located in Millburg (Benton Charter Twp), Michigan and is currently looking for Preschool Classroom Coordinator, serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for our next program year (August-May). 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, 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:
The Classroom Coordinator is the lead instructor overseeing teaching staff in multiple classrooms, providing instruction directly to children ages 0-3, implementing best practices in Early Childhood Education, and coordinating center operations with the Preschool Director. The Classroom Coordinator is also the first level of support for teaching staff, managing schedules, and providing mentorship and training in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, family engagement and more.
Job Type:
Full-Time, Program Year (August•May),
Salaried, Exempt Expected Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00a•4:30p, 40 Hours per week
Rate of Pay:
BA $25.64 /hr
MA or Higher:
$28.67/hr
Education Requirement:
Minimum•Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development, Human or Child Development, Educational Leadership, or Related Field with five years of demonstrated success teaching ages 0-5 years with two years supervisory experience.
Other Selection Criteria:
All candidates must complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination, and comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check, and possess a valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation.
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.
