Preschool & Toddler Lead Child Care Teacher – $20+/hr – Full Time

Early Advantage Developmental Child Care Center LLC; Byron (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO

Training courses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement match

Uniforms provided

Gym discount

Clothing stipend

Beauty stipend

Wellness program

Childcare discount

Annual stipends

Bonuses

Life insurance

Job summary

Early Advantage Developmental Child Care Center LLC in Byron, MN is hiring full-time Lead Teachers for Preschool and Toddler classrooms, offering a structured, professional environment with curriculum, materials, and strong team support.

You will lead your classroom with structure, plan lessons, build relationships with children and families, ensure safety, track development, and mentor your team. We offer growth, benefits, and strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minnesota Lead Teacher requirements.
• Experience leading a classroom.
• Knowledge of child development and curriculum.
• Ability to lead, communicate clearly, and manage a structured classroom.

Responsibilities

• Lead your classroom with structure, consistency, and intention.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the team.
• Maintain high standards for safety, supervision, and organization.
• Track and assess development and communicate with families.
• Mentor and lead your classroom team.

Skills

Classroom management

Lead teacher

Communication

Curriculum planning

Job description

Benefits

• Yearly retention bonuses
• Gym discount
• Annual beauty stipend
• Annual clothing stipend
• Annual Health Stipend
• Retirement Plan with match
• Life insurance
• Paid Holiday
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Join a program that actually supports its teachers—with curriculum, materials, and a strong team behind you.

We’re hiring full-time Lead Teachers for Preschool and Toddler classrooms starting at $20+/hr.

If you’re looking for a structured, professional environment where you can grow, keep reading.

The Opportunity

• PreK (up to 20 students, 2 staff)
• Wobbler (young toddler classroom, up to 14 students, 2 staff)
• Float Teacher (supporting classrooms with leadership and consistency)

You will be trusted to run your classroom with structure, intention, and professionalism—while being supported by systems that set you up for success.

What Makes Early Advantage Different

We don’t just expect great teaching—we support it.

You’re Not Doing This Alone

• Full-time Behavioral Support Specialist
  • Helps create and implement behavior plans
  • Supports referrals for additional services
  • Works directly with teachers and families for consistency
• On-site confidential mental health consultation available for staff support

Curriculum That Actually Helps You Teach

• We use Frog Street Curriculum—a favorite among our teachers
• Engaging, structured, and easy to implement
• Pre-built materials so you’re not reinventing the wheel
• Smartboards in classrooms to enhance lessons with songs, videos, and interactive learning

Built for Growth (Not Burnout)

• Dedicated classroom office space
• Weekly planning time (minimum 1 hour) + additional time during key seasons
• 2+ hours/month paid professional development
• Parent Aware coaching (Preschool & PreK)
• Ongoing Conscious Discipline training and support

A True Team Environment

• Specials led by other educators (Soccer Shots, SMART, Second Step, etc.) - Gives you time to observe, learn, and reset
• Additional cleaning support - So you can focus on children, not just tasks
• Strong family partnerships - Engaged, supportive parents who value what you do
• Meaningful family events where your work is celebrated

A Program Built on Relationships

• We partner with incredible, engaged families who value what we do
• We host events where families join us in the classroom and celebrate learning
• You’ll have meaningful, positive parent interactions - just quick handoffs

Early Advantage is a school family - not just a childcare center.

What This Role Actually Looks Like

• Lead your classroom with structure, consistency, and intention
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team
• Maintain high standards for safety, supervision, and organization
• Track and assess development and communicate with families
• Mentor and lead your classroom team

This is a hands-on leadership role—you are actively engaged and setting the tone every day.

Who Thrives Here

• Reliable - You show up, on time, consistently
• Hard-working - You take initiative without being asked
• Accountable - You take ownership of your classroom
• Growth-minded - You want feedback and use it
• Caring & intentional - You build real connections
• Professional - In attitude, communication, and behavior

This Is NOT for You If…

• You struggle with attendance or consistency
• You want a low-expectation or “easy” environment
• You avoid feedback or resist growth
• You are not comfortable leading a team or being held accountable
• You are disengaged in the classroom
• You bring negativity, gossip, or lack of professionalism

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $20+/hour (based on experience & education)

Plus a strong benefits package

• Paid Holidays (up to 7/year)
• PTO (up to 12 days/year)
• Paid training + 200+ free courses (CCEI)
• Health, dental, vision, life & more (with employer contribution)
• Retirement plan with up to 3% match
• Childcare discount
• Financial wellness program (SmartDollar)
• Annual stipends: Clothing, Health, Beauty ($100 each)
• Gym discount (Anytime Fitness Byron)
• RETAIN bonuses
• Uniforms provided
• Long-term travel benefit (5-year milestone)

Growth Opportunities

• Mentor Teacher
• Department Lead
• Administrative roles (when available)

Qualifications

• Meet Minnesota Lead Teacher requirements
• Classroom experience preferred
• Strong understanding (or willingness to learn) child development + curriculum
• Ability to lead, communicate clearly, and manage a structured classroom

Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.