Benefits:

10 Paid Holidays

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job Summary Little Folks Daycare has served Crystal families since 1996. We are a tight-knit, family-run team that genuinely loves what we do, and we are looking for a Lead Teacher to grow with us. We are currently hiring a reliable, energetic and creative individual to lead our preschool classroom. Mornings are with the older kids, ages 4-5, to focus on kindergarten readiness. Classes combine at lunch time to include up to 24 kids with 2 other staff. Daily duties in both rooms include but not limited to, taking care of children's basic needs - toileting, feeding, resting. Applicant will lead the other staff in lesson planning and classroom management. Daily parent communication via app and in person during drop off and pick up times.

Salary: starting at $19.00 /hour, based on experience/education

Responsibilities

Plan games and activities that are developmentally appropriate

Design a daily and weekly schedule

Provide basic care and caregiving activities

Evaluate children to ensure they are reaching developmental milestones

Communicate with parents and update them on their children’s activities

Qualifications

Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider (CDA required or currently in progress)

Strong understanding of child development

Patient, kind, and nurturing

Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills

First aid/CPR certified (covered by employer)