Lead Early Childhood Teacher

Inspired Play Learning Center; Little Canada (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Play Learning Center is seeking a Lead Early Childhood Preschool Teacher for a full-time, on-site position in Little Canada, MN. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences to support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth in young children.

Responsibilities include curriculum design, material preparation, leading activities, documenting progress, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment while collaborating with teammates and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching experience in early childhood settings.
• Proficiency in curriculum development for play-based learning.
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and classroom management strategies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain a calm, organized, and inclusive classroom.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred; certifications are a plus.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain; commitment to ongoing professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Design and adapt curriculum across multiple domains.
• Prepare learning materials and lead group and individual activities.
• Observe and document children’s progress and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
• Model best practices for classroom management and collaborate with teammates.
• Build partnerships with families through regular communication and participate in professional development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Calm, organized environment

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Inspired Play Learning Center is a privately owned childcare center in Little Canada, MN. The center features a calm, thoughtfully designed environment that integrates science, art, math, and nature-based play to encourage curiosity, confidence, and independence in young children. Inspired Play Learning Center values a play-based, exploratory approach that supports the whole child. The organization is committed to elevating early childhood careers by investing in ongoing professional growth, training, and support for team members. Educators joining the team will be part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on high-quality care and learning.

Role Description

The Lead Early Childhood Preschool Teacher is a full-time, on-site role located in Little Canada, MN. This position is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth for children in the classroom.

Daily tasks include designing and adapting curriculum, preparing learning materials, leading group and individual activities, observing and documenting children’s progress, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

The Lead Teacher will model best practices for classroom management, collaborate with teammates, and provide guidance to assistant teachers. Additional responsibilities include building strong partnerships with families through regular communication, participating in professional development, and ensuring adherence to licensing and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Teaching experience in early childhood settings and comfort Working With Children from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Curriculum Development, including creating engaging, play-based learning activities across multiple domains.
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and classroom management strategies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain a calm, organized, and inclusive classroom environment that supports each child’s unique needs.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred; relevant certifications or credentials are an asset.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain, and commitment to ongoing professional learning.