Come Work With Us at Kintsugi Village!
Kintsugi Village is a joyful, community-driven space in Corktown, Detroit, where creativity, learning and connection come together. Inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi—celebrating the beauty in imperfections—we believe that growth happens when we embrace new ideas, nurture relationships and create with heart.
Why You’ll Love Being Here
Kintsugi Village isn’t just a workplace—it’s a place to grow and make an impact. Our team is a group of passionate, curious and kind-hearted folks who care about education, the arts, food and community. Whether you’re sparking curiosity in little learners, curating inspiring events or bringing people together over food, your work will help shape something truly special.
Our Values
The quiet rules we live by every day – built on kindness, responsiveness, respect and a little bit of play. These values shape how we work together, welcome others and care for the Village we’re building.
The Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Annual professional development learning opportunities
- Access to mentorship and networking opportunities
- Access to Kintsugi Village programming + services
- Fresh herbs & vegetables from the garden & greenhouse
If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are encouraged, your contributions matter and you can bring your whole, wonderful self to work—welcome home.
open positions
Join Our Team
If Kintsugi Village sounds like a place where you’d love to work, we’d love to learn more about you and your kintsugi journey. Please send us your resume, a note about why you’re interested and—just for fun—if you could plant one herb, vegetable or plant in the Kintsugi Village garden, what would you pick and why?
We can’t wait to hear from you.
Full-Time
Kintsugi Village Coordinator
Location: Corktown, Detroit
Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Co-Founder / Executive Director
About Kintsugi Village
Kintsugi Village is a community-centered space in Corktown bringing together early childhood education, the arts, culinary programming, retreats and gatherings – all under one roof. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi – repairing with gold – we exist to create spaces of belonging, beauty and growth for children and adults alike.
As a young organization, we are establishing the rhythms, systems and culture that will shape the Village for years to come.
The Role
The Village Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of Kintsugi Village, helping ensure that programs, events and the overall building environment run smoothly. This role focuses on coordinating schedules, preparing spaces for programming and gatherings, supporting event logistics, tracking basic administrative needs and helping maintain a welcoming and well-organized environment for families, partners and guests. The Coordinator works closely with the leadership team to execute systems, manage details and support the daily rhythm of the Village.
Kintsugi Village is still in an early stage of growth and many systems are evolving. This role is best suited for someone who is comfortable working in environments where not everything is fully built yet and who enjoys helping bring structure and organization to dynamic environments.
What You’ll Do
Operations & Daily Coordination
- Maintain shared calendars and scheduling systems for programs, meetings and building use
- Prepare spaces and materials for daily programming, events and gatherings
- Coordinate vendor visits and routine building needs (cleaning, maintenance and deliveries)
- Monitor shared supplies and reorder basic materials as needed
- Help ensure spaces remain organized, welcoming and ready for daily programming and gatherings
Event & Program Support
- Assist with logistics for events, gatherings and rentals
- Prepare event materials such as signage, check-in lists and setup needs
- Support on-site coordination during events when needed
Administrative Coordination
- Track vendor invoices and contracts and submit for approval
- Maintain organized digital files and internal documentation
- Support onboarding logistics for new staff and collaborators
- Maintain and update shared operational documents, checklists and SOPs to ensure the team has clear and accessible resources as systems evolve
- Follow through — relentlessly — to ensure tasks and open loops are completed
Hospitality & Community Experience
- Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for general inquiries and help route questions to the appropriate team member
- Help maintain a thoughtful, high-touch and welcoming environment throughout the Village for families, partners, visitors and staff
- Flag operational issues or opportunities for improvement to leadership
Marketing & Communications Support
- Schedule and post approved social media content (Instagram, LinkedIn etc.)
- Capture photos during events or programming for the team to use (from learning, art, culinary experiences and gatherings)
- Assist with formatting and distributing newsletters
- Create simple flyers or announcements using established templates (Canva or similar tools)
Team & Culture
- Contribute to a collaborative and highly responsive team culture through clear communication, reliability and strong follow-through
- Participate in team coordination rhythms and support a respectful, organized working environment
- Help uphold Kintsugi Village values in everyday decisions
Who You Are
- You might be a fit if you:
- Are proactive, highly organized and detail-oriented, often noticing details others might miss
- Follow through consistently and take pride in closing loops and keeping commitments
- Communicate clearly and responsively, keeping teammates informed and aligned
- Enjoy helping things run smoothly behind the scenes and supporting others’ success
- Take pride in creating welcoming, thoughtful spaces for families, partners and guests
- Stay calm and organized while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Value community-centered work and are excited to contribute to a mission-driven organization
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in coordination, administration, hospitality, nonprofit, education or community-based work
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort with tools such as Google Workspace, scheduling systems and basic design platforms (Canva or similar)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
What We Offer
- A community that honors the “village” — where children, families and educators grow together.
- A supportive, visionary team committed to building something meaningful in Detroit.
- A beautiful, thoughtfully designed space that supports creativity and whole-child development.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities to collaborate across disciplines (arts, food, wellness, retreats).
Co-Teacher
Part-Time or Full-Time
Early Childhood Education Co-Teacher
Location: Kintsugi Village, Corktown, Detroit
About Kintsugi Village
Kintsugi Village is a dynamic, purpose-driven community space in the heart of Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood. We bring together early childhood education, the arts, culinary programs, retreats and wellness under one roof. At the heart of our work is a belief in the beauty of imperfection, resilience and lifelong learning — values we share with children, families, and our broader community.
Position Summary
We are seeking a passionate, reflective, and creative Early Childhood Co-Teacher to join our founding teaching team. This educator will play a central role in cultivating a joyful, inquiry-based, and relationship-centered learning environment for children ages 3-5. This role is grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, emphasizing the image of the child as capable, curious and full of potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Help the Lead Teacher design and execute emergent curriculum based on children’s interests, questions and experiences.
- Assist with classroom preparation, daily activities, clean-up and transitions.
- Observe and engage with children throughout the day, encouraging exploration and discovery.
- Provide individualized attention to children to support their learning and development.
- Help create and maintain an engaging, aesthetically intentional and responsive classroom environment that reflects Reggio Emilia principles.
- Assist Lead Teacher with observing, documenting and reflecting on children’s learning experiences through learning stories, documentation panels and portfolios.
- Provide updates to the lead teacher about any notable observations or incidents.
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children.
- Collaborate with fellow educators, atelieristas and families as co-researchers and co-learners.
- Establish strong, nurturing and respectful relationships with children and families.
- Participate in regular team meetings, professional development and reflective practice sessions.
- Engage with the broader Kintsugi Village community through interdisciplinary collaborations (e.g., culinary, art, wellness programs).
- Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all children in your care.
- Uphold licensing standards and organizational policies at all times.
- Report any safety hazards, incidents or concerns to the Lead Teacher or Director of Early Childhood Education.
- Assist the Lead Teacher with other tasks as they arise.
Qualifications
- Experience with observation-based documentation and project work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.
- Reflective, collaborative and deeply curious about children and learning.
- Understanding and appreciation of the Reggio Emilia approach is a bonus!
What We Offer
A community that honors the “village” — where children, families and educators grow together.
A supportive, visionary team committed to building something meaningful in Detroit.
A beautiful, thoughtfully designed space that supports creativity and whole-child development.
Ongoing professional development in Reggio Emilia and related practices.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunities to collaborate across disciplines (arts, food, wellness, retreats).
Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Teacher
Part-Time or Full-Time
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Location: Kintsugi Village, Corktown, Detroit
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate, reflective and creative Early Childhood Educator to join our founding teaching team. This educator will play a central role in cultivating a joyful, inquiry-based and relationship-centered learning environment for children ages 3-5. This role is grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, emphasizing the image of the child as capable, curious and full of potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and maintain an engaging, aesthetically intentional and responsive classroom environment that reflects Reggio Emilia principles.
- Observe, document and reflect on children’s learning experiences through learning stories, documentation panels and portfolios.
- Design emergent curriculum based on children’s interests, questions and experiences.
- Collaborate with fellow educators, atelierista and families as co-researchers and co-learners.
- Establish strong, nurturing and respectful relationships with children and families.
- Participate in regular team meetings, professional development and reflective practice sessions.
- Engage with the broader Kintsugi Village community through interdisciplinary collaborations (e.g., culinary, art, wellness programs).
- Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all children in your care.
- Uphold licensing standards and organizational policies at all times.
Qualifications
- CDA, Associate Degree (or higher degree) in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preschool or early learning setting.
- Strong understanding and appreciation of the Reggio Emilia approach.
- Experience with observation-based documentation and project work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues.
- Reflective, collaborative and deeply curious about children and learning.
Position Details
- Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
- Location: Detroit, MI
- Compensation: Based on experience
If you’re excited about being part of a nonprofit startup that blends creativity, education and community impact, we’d love to hear from you!