Lead Teacher

Apply for the Lead Teacher role at Bright Beginnings Academy.

Bright Beginnings Academy is a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. We’re looking for passionate teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact each day.

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

• Supportive team: collaborative, family-like atmosphere where your contributions are valued.
• Professional growth: ongoing training and development programs.
• Work-life balance: consistent weekday schedules with paid training days.
• Engaging spaces: bright, organized classrooms with high-quality materials.
• Purpose-driven work: real impact on children’s lives.
• State-of-the-art curriculum: innovative, child-directed model.

• Inspire learning: plan and implement engaging, hands‑on activities across art, music, literature, science, and more.
• Create a safe space: supervise all activities, maintain cleanliness and organization, and enforce safety protocols.
• Connect with families: share updates and observations, conduct bi‑annual parent conferences, and address concerns positively.
• Promote growth: observe, document, and celebrate each child’s development, tailoring lessons to individual needs.
• Uphold compliance: follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete paperwork including incident reports and daily logs.
• Lead the team: mentor classroom assistants, maintain procedures, and collaborate with leadership on improvements.
• Foster community: build positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children.

• Education & experience:
  
  High School Diploma or GED; CDA or higher preferred; refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications.
• Certifications:
  
  CPR and First Aid (or willingness to obtain). A CDA credential is a plus.

• Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
• Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for professional growth, including training and certification support.
• A supportive leadership team prioritizing your success.
• Collaborative, fun work culture focused on teamwork.
• Paid time off, paid training sessions, and a positive work‑life balance.
• Full‑time employees qualify for health, vision and dental benefits, plus 10 paid holidays.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, kneel, crawl, and respond quickly to children’s needs.
• Maintain focus, learn new tasks independently, and problem‑solve effectively.
• Participate actively in all classroom and outdoor activities.

If you’re a caring, energetic educator with a passion for early childhood development, we’d love to meet you. Join the Bright Beginnings Academy family today and be part of something extraordinary.

Bright Beginnings Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to a positive work environment.

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Location:

Bright Beginnings Academy – Burnsville

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