Infant/Toddler Teacher

Join us in shaping the future by providing joyful learning experiences for our youngest learners!

Benefits Paid Pension, 2 weeks off at Christmas, 1 week off at Spring Break, Employee Discounts, Professional Development Assistance, Smaller Ratios! etc

Company Overview
Messiah Lutheran Church and Preschool is dedicated to providing high-quality Christian education that nurtures the whole child—intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally, spiritually, and culturally. As a non-profit organization, we are committed to respecting and celebrating diversity within our community and fostering an environment of growth and learning for young children.

Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and passionate Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our preschool team! This full-time, salaried position (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) offers an exciting opportunity to lead classroom activities, develop engaging curriculum, and support the developmental needs of older infants and younger toddlers. The ideal candidate will bring experience in early childhood education, classroom management, and child development instruction to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans tailored to infant/toddler age groups, incorporating curriculum development principles.
• Foster a positive classroom atmosphere through effective behavior management and classroom management strategies.
• Engage children in activities that promote literacy education, early intervention skills, physical education, and social-emotional growth.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's progress, milestones, and any concerns in a clear and compassionate manner.
• Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and maintain accurate documentation of children's development and classroom activities.
• Supervise assistant teachers and support staff to maintain a cohesive team environment focused on child welfare.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that supports active learning and child safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children in early childhood settings, especially with older infants and younger toddlers.
• Smaller ratios!
• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and classroom management strategies.
• Experience with curriculum development, lesson planning, literacy education, and preschool teaching methodologies.
• Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs, standardized testing, and child welfare policies.
• Excellent communication skills for parent interaction and team collaboration.
• Certification in first aid and CPR required; additional credentials in early childhood education or preschool teaching preferred.
• Ability to adhere to mandated reporting laws and maintain confidentiality at all times.

We look forward to chatting!

Pay: $42,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Infant care: 1 year (Preferred)
• Toddler care: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mounds View, MN 55112 (Required)

Work Location: In person