Preschool Teacher - Growth, Impact & Leadership Path

Little Scholars Academy; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid sick leave

Professional development

Team culture

Growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Little Scholars Academy in Faribault, MN invites a dedicated Preschool Teacher to build a nurturing, engaging classroom for early learners. The role centers on creating organized, developmentally appropriate activities that promote curiosity, independence, and social-emotional growth.

Responsibilities include managing learning centers, leading age-appropriate lessons, and collaborating with families to support each child’s progress while adhering to licensing standards and health guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum AA Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or obtain in 30 days of employment).
• Strong Organizational skills.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A positive, dependable, and caring attitude toward children and team members.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Arrange learning centers to encourage independence, creativity, and hands-on exploration.
• Create clearly defined areas for small group, large group, dramatic play, art, literacy, and quiet time.
• Ensure materials are labeled, accessible, and rotated regularly to support curriculum goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom that meets licensing and health regulations.
• Implement visual schedules and organized routines to promote smooth transitions.
• Monitor and maintain classroom supplies and learning materials.
• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate lessons and activities.
• Support children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Creating a classroom environment that is nurturing, inclusive, and safe.
• Collaborating with families and fellow staff members to ensure each child’s success.
• Observing and documenting developmental milestones.
• Upholding MN state childcare licensing standards and center policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

AA Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Little Scholars Academy in Faribault, MN invites a dedicated Preschool Teacher to build a nurturing, engaging classroom for early learners. The role centers on creating organized, developmentally appropriate activities that promote curiosity, independence, and social-emotional growth.

Responsibilities include managing learning centers, leading age-appropriate lessons, and collaborating with families to support each child’s progress while adhering to licensing standards and health guidelines.