Join The Team Shaping Every Child's First Steps
Do Work That Matters, In A School Built On Community
Join The Team Shaping Every Child's First Steps

Careers at Dudley Early Learning Center

Join A Team Backed By Battle Creek Public Schools

As a BCPS employee, you’re part of a stable, mission-driven public school system — with the resources and support that come with it.
Dudley School sign on the brick building exterior at Dudley Early Learning Center, Battle Creek, MI
Two children playing in a colorful ball pit at Dudley Early Learning Center, Battle Creek, MI

Grow Your Career Inside A Cradle-To-Career Pipeline

Dudley is the first step in BCPS’s vision connecting early learning through high school — meaning real opportunities to grow your career within the district over time.

Enjoy Support From An Expert Who's Walked This Path

Director Tricha Grajek has spent over 20 years in early childhood education and is a BCPS graduate herself — she knows what it takes to support both children and the educators who care for them.
Teacher leading a movement activity with a group of children at Dudley Early Learning Center, Battle Creek, MI
Two girls playing together at a classroom mirror at Dudley Early Learning Center, Battle Creek, MI

Make A Real Difference In A Diverse Community

Our classrooms reflect the full diversity of Battle Creek, and our team is deeply engaged in the community — from cultural celebrations to a dedicated Black Fathers Board. Be part of it and make an impact.

Open Positions

Ready To Do Purpose-Driven Work, Every Single Day? Apply Now

Are you a passionate educator looking to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young students? We’re looking for teachers to join our team of long-serving, dedicated professionals who spend their days sparking learning and creating joy!

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

  • Consider yourself a natural, empathetic leader
  • Have work experience and an educational background in ECE
  • Are a strong verbal and written communicator who is somewhat tech-savvy
  • Can physically complete the tasks necessary to care for small children and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning


then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

Are you a compassionate, motivated person who adores children and wants to break into the field of early childhood education? We’re looking for people like you who want to begin or advance a career providing classroom support to teachers and brightening the lives of the littlest learners.

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

  • Are friendly, dependable, and willing to work as an integral part of a classroom team
  • Desire ECE work experience and professional development opportunities
  • Can communicate respectfully with students, colleagues, parents, and administrators
  • Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children and
  • Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning


then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

Are you an adaptable, compassionate person who loves working with young children? Do you have a flexible schedule and a positive can-do attitude? We’re looking for caring people like you to be Floaters on our dedicated team of early childhood educators!

If you’re ready to move into a position that brings something new every day, and you:

  • Are dependable, motivated, and willing to work in a variety of classroom settings
  • Have or desire work experience in early childhood education
  • Are a team player with excellent communication and comprehension skills
  • Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children and
  •  Agree with and can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning


then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

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