Lead Teacher - Early Learning (Toddlers)

Join our vibrant community! If you love working with young children and desire to contribute to their development in a nurturing, diverse, and safe environment, your talents are needed! Your positive attitude and attention-to-detail will keep us running smoothly. This is an exceptional opportunity to further develop and strengthen your early childhood skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.Key highlights:40 hours per weekShift schedule: 9:30 am – 6 pmMonday through Friday; occasional evening and weekendsComprehensive benefits including PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401k and more!Conveniently located for using public transportation, and also provides free, off-street parkingUnique opportunity to gain experience with variety of ages; hourly rate will be based on credentials and experiencePosition Overview:Teachers support Lead Teachers to promote the intellectual and social development of the children, while adhering to all DCYF licensing standards. Teachers provide a safe space for all children to learn, explore, and growThe Cornwell Early Learning Center is a program that provides early learning for children ages 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. Their program helps children develop their cognitive functions: how they think, explore, and figure things out. With an emphasis on social and emotional development, they help children develop the interests and skills that they need as they continue to growResponsibilities:Teaching and ClassroomEngage students in highly interactive, hands-on, developmentally appropriate play-based learning activities throughout the school dayAssist Lead Teacher with the implementation of developmentally-appropriate curriculum, which reflects observations and goals of individual childrenMaintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment in which children can learn and grow by following health and safety rules, classroom routines, and proceduresUse a variety of activities and play (songs, stories, media, structured games, art, outdoor activities, etc.) to motivate and stimulate children’s abilitiesWork in adherence to all classroom licensing requirements under the Minnesota DCYF, Chapter 9503 (Rule 3)Follow and comply with teaching standards and safety regulationsTeamworkWork collaboratively with other staff as it relates to curriculum, events, and all workings of the Cornwell Early Learning CenterSupport organizational mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policiesParticipate actively with your peers through communication, collaboration, and curriculum planningParticipate in regular staff meetings, staff training programs, supervisory sessions, and accept responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships as requestedAdhere to agency policy, procedures, and a professional code of ethicsOther duties as assignedRequired Skills/Abilities:Meet state requirements to qualify as a teacher or assistant teacher in a licensed childcare centerWilling to learn and be trained on all aspects of our Center’s practices and proceduresA commitment to working with children and families from diverse backgrounds in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their livesDemonstrated ability to reflect patience and flexibility with children, families, and co-workersFlexibility to work with different age groups and assist with breaks, staff absences, and daily program needs.Ability to effectively use computers and digital tools for documentation, communication, and required administrative tasksDemonstrates consistent reliability through attendance and communications.Spanish/English bilingual preferred but not required; we are a dual immersion center (Spanish/English) so being comfortable in a bi-lingual environment. Your colleagues will have varying degrees of fluency in respective languages. Additional eligibility qualifications:Ability to pass required state and company background checksMust be able to successfully complete required training for Minnesota DCYF Rule 3 Teacher or Aide qualifications, including yearly in-service requirements. We will provide this paid training during your first few days at workMust have reliable transportationEducation and Experience:At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GEDEarly childhood coursework, CDA, or additional training/accreditation preferredPrevious Early Childhood experience preferredPhysical and Environmental Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools, or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levelsMay also be required to kneel, bend, squat, or crawlLight to moderate lifting may be requiredRegular, predictable attendance is requiredAbout Urban VenturesUrban Ventures is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with the mission to educate children, strengthen their families, and build a healthy community. We partner with families in some of the most under-resourced neighborhoods of South Minneapolis with one overarching goal-to send every youth to college or some form of post-secondary education. Urban Ventures is committed to providing a workplace which promotes diversity and inclusion.Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offWork Location: In person