Administrative Lead

Administrative Lead Bridges:

An Intergenerational Center Lansing, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Continuing education credits Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Interpersonal skills Employee relationship building Organizational skills Associate's degree Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Administrative Lead / Lead Teacher - The Role That Does It All (and Does It Well)

Position Type:

Full-time Location:

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An Intergenerational Center Do you love teaching but secretly get a thrill from making things run smoothly? Can you wrangle toddlers and paperwork without breaking a sweat? We're looking for a rockstar Administrative Lead / Lead Teacher to join our intergenerational early childhood program, where children, older adults, and adults with special needs learn, laugh, and grow together. This is a one-of-a-kind role : you'll lead in the classroom, guiding young minds (and the occasional grandparent story time), and then step into administrative action, helping with interviews, daily openings and closings, and keeping our center humming like a well-oiled machine. Basically, you'll get to teach and lead without choosing between the two.

What You'll Do:

In the Classroom (a.k.a. your happy place): Plan and teach engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons Facilitate intergenerational activities that create real connections across ages Mentor assistant teachers and model your classroom magic Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team Behind the Scenes (a.k.a. your secret superpower): Help hire and onboard amazing new staff Step in to open and close the center like a pro Keep things organized, compliant, and running smoothly Troubleshoot, lead, and lend your wisdom wherever it's needed

What We're Looking For:

CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field Experience as a lead teacher and comfort in a leadership/admin role Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Ability to shift seamlessly between classroom chaos and administrative calm Interest in intergenerational programming (bonus points if you like sharing snacks and stories across generations) Must meet state licensing and background requirements

Why You'll Love It Here:

Unique role: Teach, lead, and make a difference across generations Supportive team that actually likes each other (yes, really) Opportunities for growth in leadership, teaching, and program development Competitive pay and benefits for a job that keeps you on your toes Paid training, including intergenerational best practices If you're someone who can inspire kids, mentor adults, and keep a center running without losing your sense of humor, this is the role for you. Come teach, lead, and leave your mark across generations.

Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person