Lead Childcare Toddler and Preschool Teacher

About the role

Kids First - Olmsted is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups: Toddlers and Preschool. We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or higher
• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Ability to pass all required background checks

Schedule

Required shift: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm or 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Pay

$14–18 per hour, based on education and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid trainings, including enhanced career and professional development
• Generous benefits package: dental, medical, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discounts for childcare
• Fun and positive work environment
• Open door policy
• Shirts and swag (teacher appreciation)

Responsibilities

• Prepare developmentally appropriate lesson plans one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Implement lesson plans and curriculum on a weekly basis, covering all areas of child development, and carry out plans according to the classroom schedule and daily routine.
• Use the parent communication app efficiently.
• Establish a professional rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of each child, respond to their emotional needs, and maintain an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
• Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child; conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences in November and May.
• Physical ability to work around small children, including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
• Carry out daily classroom responsibilities relating to the care of the children.