Infant & Toddler Teacher: Culture‑Rich Early Learning

Llboearlychildhood; Minnesota; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Leech Lake Child Care Center in Cass Lake, Minnesota, is hiring a classroom assistant to support growth and development for children aged 0-5. The role emphasizes cultural learning, language incorporation, and safety within a nurturing classroom environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and enrollment in an Infant/Toddler CDA within the first year. Flexibility, teamwork, and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Enroll in and attain an Infant/Toddler CDA within first year of employment.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required (monthly average ≥85%).
• Good verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Understanding and sensitivity to Native American children and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in keeping classroom sanitary, organized and inviting.
• Provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences across domains.
• Implement curriculum elements and Ojibwe culture and language in activities.
• Collaborate with program staff to support family involvement and school readiness.
• Attend mandated trainings and complete required assessments and records.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and supervise during outside and bathroom times.
• Prepare lesson plans, newsletters, and maintain student records in TSG.

Skills

Attendance and punctuality

Verbal and written communication

Cultural sensitivity to NativeAmerican

MS Office / word processing

Team player / flexible

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Infant/Toddler CDA within first year

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Leech Lake Child Care Center in Cass Lake, Minnesota, is hiring a classroom assistant to support growth and development for children aged 0-5. The role emphasizes cultural learning, language incorporation, and safety within a nurturing classroom environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and enrollment in an Infant/Toddler CDA within the first year. Flexibility, teamwork, and reliable attendance are essential.