** This position is located in LUVERNE, MN. Relocation or commuting is required**
JOB TITLE
Lead Teacher
We’re looking to hire an experienced professional to join our team as a Lead Teacher at Kids Rock! Child Care Center in Luverne, MN.
Under the general and technical supervision of the Executive Director, the Lead Teacher provides a stimulating, safe and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills.
As Lead Teacher, you will:
- Ensure that the physical, social and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
- Create curriculum, activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children through well-defined interest areas.
- Assist and supervises children during all activities.
- Ensure that appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained, in accordance with Kids Rock! Sanitizing guidelines.
- Attend and participates in staff meetings, Kids Rock events, and parent meetings, as requested.
- Complete all classroom paperwork: for example, daily reports, student accident reports, and attendance records.
- Develop, plans and prepares instructional aids and/or materials for classroom activities. and implements classroom lesson plans.
- Assist children with mealtimes and cleanup.
- Ensure that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly.
- Interact with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
- Schedule and conduct 2 parent/teacher conferences yearly.
- Ensure all licensing regulations are being met.
- Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
PAY
BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Retirement
- Health Insurance
HOURS
Full-time, 40 hours per week,
-Monday - Friday
-10 hour shifts 4 days a week
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must meet the education and experience qualifications of a teacher specified in Minnesota Rules part 9503.0032
- Must pass MN DHS Background Study
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
- Customer Service: Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Dependability & Flexibility: Maintain reliable, regular attendance with a flexible schedule, including availability for early mornings and later evenings as needed.
- Organizational Skills: Effectively organize, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously while ensuring high-quality work. Strong problem-solving skills are essential.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrate excellent verbal communication with parents and team members, as well as clear written communication for parent updates and necessary paperwork, plus basic knowledge of technology and its use.
- Crisis Management: Stay calm and composed during crises to handle situations effectively.
- Childcare Experience: Experience working with young children and understanding of local, state, and federal childcare regulations.
- Safety Supervision: Monitor and respond promptly to children to ensure a safe environment, including having the physical ability to move quickly when needed. Certification in first aid and CPR required within 3 months of hire; must be maintained.
- Cultural Competence: Positively engage with diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, languages, and values of children, families, and the community.
- Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of client information with integrity.
- Representation & Professionalism: Serve as a positive ambassador of the center's mission, demonstrating a positive, professional, and respectful demeanor in alignment with the Center’s policies and procedures.
- Continuing Education: Complete required amount of training hours each calendar year per state licensing requirements.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
We are looking for a proactive, solution-oriented leader with excellent organizational and communication skills and a proven record of maintaining effective relationships who can:
- Build strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Provide excellent leadership and problem-solving abilities when dealing with stressful situations and conflict resolutions.
ABOUT US
Kids Rock! Child Care Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization created for the purpose of operating a community-based childcare center, addressing the need for adequate childcare services in Luverne and Rock County. We believe a community-based childcare center will fill a critical role in the social infrastructure of a healthy community, allowing children, families, businesses, and communities to thrive. If you have a passion for kids, possess strong leadership and management skills, and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
OUR CORE VALUES
These are the core values that we believe in:
- Celebrate every child. (Because Kids Rock!)
- Keep work fun!
- Do things the right way.
- Quality care and trust.
- High Tech. Big Hearts.
- Always a community partner.
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