Preschool Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher

Build Something Bigger — And Change Lives, Including Your Own. In 1935, Louise Whitbeck Fraser opened a school in her home for people with disabilities — defying social expectations and choosing compassion over convention. She believed everyone deserves the chance to reach their potential and thrive. Today, that same bold spirit is alive in every Fraser service. We're still building something bigger — a more inclusive, connected world where everyone belongs.

At Fraser, you'll find more than a job. You'll find purpose. You'll find growth. And you'll find a place where your work changes lives — including your own.

At Fraser School, we believe every child has the ability to learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. Our inclusive classrooms bring children of all abilities and backgrounds together to learn, play, and grow through everyday experiences and exploration.

As a Lead Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to create a classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. You'll lead your classroom team, develop engaging curriculum, partner with families, and support each child's unique developmental needs. This is more than a teaching position. You'll have the opportunity to shape a child's early experiences, build confidence, and help create a community where every child knows they belong.

Join us in making a lasting impact on the next generation!

Responsibilities for Lead Teacher:

• Lead your classroom by creating a warm, engaging, and inclusive environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning experiences that support children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Adapt activities and curriculum to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the children in your classroom.
• Observe, document, and assess children's development and use those observations to guide curriculum and individualized support.
• Provide individualized and 1:1 support when needed to help children fully participate in classroom activities.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children and encourage curiosity, independence, creativity, and confidence.
• Partner with families through conversations, meetings, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Coach and mentor Assistant Teachers, helping them grow their skills and confidence as early childhood educators.

Requirements:

• Need to have obtained some post-secondary credits in Early Childhood Education or related area.
• Experience working with young children in an early childhood education setting is preferred.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid certifications that Fraser provides.
• Must be able to work independently and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion with a focus on culturally responsive practice, internal self-awareness, and reflection.

Fraser Offers:

• Small class of 12-16 children with at least 2 staff in each classroom
• 4 Paid staff development days
• Opportunities for community involvement in Fraser organized events
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition Discounts at select colleges and Fraser School
• Tools and resources for continued education and growth
• Fraser offers membership to Teaching Strategies online coursework and support for pursuing a CDA
• Fraser is a qualified employer in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Referral Bonuses
• Verizon Wireless cell phone plan and accessories discount

Fraser Offers Benefits for Full-time Employees (30+ hours per week):

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Life, AD&D and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Work-Life Balance; 5 weeks of paid time off annually (18 days PTO + 9 Paid Holidays)
• Opportunities for community involvement in Fraser-organized events
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Pay, location, & Schedules:

• $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
• Richfield, MN - Fraser School
• Monday through Friday…