Lead Toddler/Preschool Teachers, La Petite Academy of St. Cloud South

About the role

Join a strong community where all we do is care—for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll create fun, interactive learning experiences, promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children, lead classroom management and curriculum implementation, and build relationships with families to support your center’s success.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
• Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, including adherence to all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and support your center’s success.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount.
• Immediate access to benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time-off, and 401K with company match for full-time employees.
• Limited medical benefits for part-time workers.
• Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement and certification support.
• Ongoing training, credential assistance, and a unique Master Teacher Program.
• Flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, ability to bring your children to work, and a positive, fun workplace.

Pay

Base pay: $14.74 - $15.31 hourly, with bi-weekly and daily pay options. Example: Lead Teachers may receive an additional $2.00/hour as a bi-weekly grant-funded bonus (total effective pay: $16.74 – $17.31/hour, contingent on continued grant funding and valid for this location only). Pay is based on position, education, and experience.

Schedule

Monday-Friday work week, with flexible scheduling options.