Lead Toddler Teacher; Early Childhood Education

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Lead Toddler Teacher – Join a Top-Rated Early Childhood Program!

Lake Area Discovery Center is seeking a Full-Time Lead Toddler Teacher in Apple Valley and Golden Valley Discovery Centers
. This role leads a toddler classroom while collaborating with a supportive teaching team in a high-quality early childhood program.

• Lead a toddler classroom and create a nurturing learning environment
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum
• Work with assistant teachers and participate in monthly lead teacher planning
• Communicate with families about children’s growth and daily experiences
• Follow Minnesota DHS licensing guidelines

Must meet Program and Minnesota DHS Lead Teacher requirements
, including one of the following:

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
• $50,000–$55,000 annual salary (based on education and experience)
• 64 hours PTO
• Paid holidays and in-service days
• Paid daily prep time
• $500 continuing education credit

Lake Area Discovery Center has served families in the Twin Cities since 1999 and partners with 18 churches and schools to provide high-quality early childhood education for children from 6 weeks through Pre–K. LADC is a NAEYC Nationally Accredited and 4-Star Parent Aware-rated program.

Apply today through Indeed to join our supportive and energetic early childhood team!