Full-Time Preschool Flex/Floater Teacher

Ann Arbor, MI

Full Time

Green Apple Nature Playschool

Entry Level

Apple Playschools Flex/Floater Teacher

About Us: Apple Playschools is a nonprofit child care organization that offers outdoor immersion and Spanish immersion programs. At our Ann Arbor facilities, we focus on progressive early education, fostering a rich, inclusive educational experience that celebrates diversity and promotes global citizenship. We aim to address the childcare crisis in the community and embody values of inclusion, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

What Sets Us Apart:

Emergent curriculum
Play-based education
Anti-bias education
Reggio Emilia approach to teaching
Social justice-focused
Muddy & Messy!

Your Role: As a Flex/Float Teacher, you will support Apprentice and Mentor teachers in providing high-quality early childhood education, in alignment with our mission and vision. Flex teachers may be asked to substitute for another teacher as needed, as well as perform simple cleaning and food preparation.

What's In It for You

Competitive pay ranging from $15-15.75/hour, commensurate with experience
Growth opportunities
Retirement matching
Network Health Benefit Plan*
4+ weeks of PTO
Child Care Assistance available!
Low/No-Cost CDA Training Program
Employee Assistance Program

*For staff working 30 hours or more a week

Your Impact:

Supporting children and teachers to create unforgettable learning experiences
Providing exceptional partnerships with students, parents, and community members
Contributing to a fun, welcoming, and organized environment
Ensuring the safety of participants, reporting any concerns as per licensing guidelines

What You’ll Need – The Must-Haves:

Be age 16 or older
Available to work Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Wednesdays through Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Be able to pass all required background checks and criminal history review
Meet LARA licensing education requirements appropriate to the assigned role
Be able to be “on your feet” for most of the day
Hold, carry, or lift to 25 pounds
Work outside in all weather conditions

What Will Give You an Edge – The Nice-to-Haves:

Prior experience working with children
Prior experience and love of the outdoors

Come Join Us and Transform Our Community through work and PLAY!

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