Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

A Chance To Grow (ACTG) is a mission-driven, non-profit based in Northeast Minneapolis. Since 1983, we've been empowering children and adults to reach their fullest potential through innovative, brain-based programs. Our dedicated team delivers life-changing services in the areas of therapy, education, and care – helping thousands of children with developmental disabilities, families and teen parents, educators, child care providers, and adults with special needs across the Twin Cities and beyond.

We are currently looking for a Lead Teacher in our Pre-K Classroom. Become part of a hard-working, highly dedicated team of teachers! This is a great opportunity for an experienced early childhood educator who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences and supporting the growth and development of young children.

Turnquist Child Enrichment Center, a program of ACTG, is a 4-Star Parent Aware, Strong Beginnings, NAEYC Accredited Child Care Center.

Position type: Full Time

Classroom: Pre-K 4–5 year olds

Hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm and monthly after school activities

Starting Pay range: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour, depending on qualifications. Eligible for monthly bonuses after 30 days of employment.

Benefits: ACTG offers employer subsidized Medical, employer paid Life and AD&D, in addition to other benefits including 401(k), PTO, Holiday Pay, Dental, and Vision to employees who work 30 or more hours per week.

Location: ACTG is located in a beautiful neighborhood in Northeast Minneapolis close to public transit and freeways, downtown, retail, restaurants, and walking trails.

Description of responsibilities:

• Plan and implement individual and group classroom activities that are developmentally appropriate and engaging
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and supportive classroom environment
• Provide guidance and inspiration to assist each child’s success in each area of the classroom
• Observe and document children’s development and use observations to support individual learning needs
• Develop and implement high-quality lesson plans and classroom activities
• Provide positive guidance and support for children’s social-emotional development and behavior
• Communicate regularly with families regarding children’s development and classroom activities
• Provide direction and support to the Assistant Teacher and other classroom staff
• Ensure constant communication and collaboration with classroom staff and other program staff
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Follow all licensing requirements, center policies, and health and safety procedures
• Ability to pass a criminal background check upon offer

Experience/Education:

• College coursework or degree in early childhood education, education, psychology, human services, or a related field preferred
• Experience working with children with special needs preferred
• At least 2 years of experience working with children in a daycare, school, preschool, or early childhood center
• Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience preferred
• Ability to meet Rule 3 requirements for Lead Teachers

Skills:

• Ability to plan and implement high quality, interactive lesson plans
• Knowledge of early childhood developmental milestones
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in high stress situations
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to classroom staff
• Ability to work well with others on the team and communicate effectively
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills
• Ability to adapt activities to meet the individual needs of children
• Some artistic skills not required but preferred

ACTG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at ACTG, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and local human rights commission activity, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources.

For information on ACTG including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person