Team Lead

Learning Care Group; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 29,287 - 30,431; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Job summary

Learning Care Group in White Bear Lake, Minnesota is seeking a Team Lead to manage, train, and mentor staff in a licensed childcare facility. The ideal candidate will support daily school operations, create engaging learning experiences, and communicate effectively with parents.

You will enjoy benefits like a 50% childcare discount, flexible schedules, and health insurance. Join a dedicated team passionate about making a difference in children’s lives!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• Must meet state requirements for education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as mentors to fellow teachers.
• Take on the duties of Director in their absence.
• Ensure daily care of every child by following licensing guidelines.

Skills

Staff coaching and training

Managing classroom experiences

Communication with parents

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in early childhood education or CDA

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

Making a difference in a child’s life takes talent. As a community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, our passion is the many children we guide, teach, and protect every day. To prepare them for the next steps in their young lives, we want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open‑hearted. Is that you?

The Team Lead will be responsible for, or assisting with, the management, training, and mentoring of newly‑hired and existing employees.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as mentors to fellow teachers while supporting their directors in daily school operations.
• Take on the duties of Director or Assistant Director in his/her absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.
• Create fun and interactive learning experiences while serving as mentors to fellow Teachers.
• Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for the child.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
• Experience coaching and training staff members
• Associates degree in early childhood education or child development or a CDA
• Experience working in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom as well as creating educational lesson plans

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation range of $21.26-$22.09 based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi‑weekly and Daily Pay options
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part‑time workers
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
• Monday-Friday work week

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.