Toddler Lead Teacher

Grace Church; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Eden Prairie, Minnesota is seeking a passionate Toddler Teacher to support the growth of children aged 16-33 months in a Christ-centered environment. The ideal candidate will create a developmentally appropriate learning atmosphere, implement curriculum aligned with Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, and engage regularly with parents to ensure each child's success. This full-time position offers a competitive starting salary and requires a commitment to both educational and spiritual development.

Qualifications

• Must meet the licensing guidelines for lead qualification.
• Physically able to lift at least 40 pounds and work both indoors and outdoors.
• Knowledge of the Bible and faith development of Infant children.

Responsibilities

• Create a Christ-centered learning environment for children ages 16-33 months.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of the students.
• Communicate daily with families about their child's progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication with parents

Developmentally appropriate practices

Understanding learning domains

Education

CDA, Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education

Job description

Full-time. Starting at $23.00/hr based on experience. Start date: 6/1/2026.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Grace Beginnings Academy Toddler Teacher is passionate about caring for 16-33 months of age in a Christ-centered environment. The ideal candidate partners with parents, and supports each child’s growth in their physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and spiritual development. This teacher plans and implements lessons aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress that are Biblically based and rooted in play. This is a full-time, year-round position with an 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. schedule.

• Create a Christ-centered learning environment for children ages 16-33 months.
• Provide educational experiences in the classroom which demonstrate an understanding of learning domains, Early Childhood Indicators of Progress and assessments.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of the students in the classroom.
• Collaborate with the Toddler Grade Level Team in planning lessons and activities throughout the school year.
• Daily communicate with families on the success, challenges and activities of the day.
• Meet regularly with parents both informally and formally throughout year to address child needs.
• Conduct parent teacher conferences twice a year.
• Follow the directives of the Infant and Toddler Director to maintain high standards in the classroom and provide a quality learning experience for the children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom and assume the responsibility to complete the duties required to maintain an orderly facility.
• Approach behavioral issues that arise with children with Christ-centered love, respect and patience.
• Attend all required training and staff meetings throughout the year.
• Attend all school community events throughout the year, even if outside schedule hours.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is an essential requirement of this position.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for teaching children from 6 weeks to 33 months.
• Maintains licensing compliance.

Professional and Spiritual Expectations

• Educational requirements: CDA, Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.
• Experience required: Must meet the licensing guidelines for lead qualification.
• Physically able to lift at least 40 pounds and work both indoors and outdoors throughout the day.
• Able to see and hear clearly, stay at children’s level, and actively engage to ensure their safety.
• Has a heart and mission to reach the next generation with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
• Can clearly articulate the Gospel to a young child.
• Exhibits a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior as evidenced by the manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.
• Exhibits a lifestyle appropriate to a person in public Christian ministry by conducting life with the utmost integrity in all situations.
• Knowledge of the Bible and faith development of Infant children.
• Has a commitment to prayer, as evidenced in both corporate and personal prayer.