Full Day Preschool Teacher - Float

Wayzata-Public-Schools; Wayzata (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Life Insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

403b employer match

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking a Preschool Teacher to join our Early Learning team. The role emphasizes nurturing a developmentally appropriate program, partnering with families, and coordinating with staff to support holistic child development.

The position requiresRule 3 teacher qualification with strong knowledge of child development and effective communication. Preference for Birth-3 license; community education contract; duties include curriculum planning and licensing compliance.

Qualifications

• Rule 3 teacher qualified and strong knowledge of child development.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to work respectfully with children, families, and colleagues.
• Preferred Birth-3 teaching license and experience in public schools.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, engaging classroom aligned with standards.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessments.
• Support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschoolers.
• Foster partnerships with families through communication and conferences.
• Collaborate with staff, specialists, and administrators; maintain records.

Skills

Child development

Developmentally appropriate practice

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Rule 3 teacher qualified

Birth-3 teaching license preferred

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Pyramid Model

Classroom Engagement Model (CEM)

LETRS

TS Gold

Job description

Full Day Preschool Teacher- Float
Hours: 8.0hours per day
Location: Varies by Day based on program need
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Starting Wage: $27.04
For more information:Community Education Personnel Contract

Position Overview

Wayzata Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and collaborative Preschool Teacher to join our Early Learning team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, skilled in developmentally appropriate practice, and committed to building strong relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment aligned with district and state early learning standards
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessments
• Support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschool-aged children
• Foster strong partnerships with families through communication, conferences, and ongoing collaboration
• Work effectively with classroom staff, specialists, and administrators
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with licensing and district requirements
• Participate in professional development and contribute to a positive team culture

Required Qualifications

• Rule 3 teacher qualified
• Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
• Effective communication, collaboration, and classroom-management skills
• Ability to work respectfully and responsively with children, families, and colleagues

Preferred Qualifications

• Birth-3 teaching license preferred
• Experience working in public school or high-quality early learning settings
• Familiarity with district curriculum, assessment tools, and inclusion practices
• Experience with Creative Curriculum, Pyramid Model, Classroom Engagement Model (CEM),LETRS, and TS Gold
• Medical
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program

Selection Process

• Position is open only to current Community Education Employees through 09/1/26 at 4:00 pm
• If the position does not fill internally, external applicants will be considered

Postings current as of 9/1/2026 3:52:45 AM CST.