Assistant Teacher; Opener - Kids

Teachers (and future teachers!)– Love working with children and thrive in a fast‑paced environment? Join Kids Country as an Assistant Teacher, where you'll help open the center each morning and spend your day supporting classrooms from infants to school age.

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus for all FT employees!

This is a full‑time M-F position. Set hours for the opener position is 5:45 am to 2:45 pm. Kids Country is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

• Opening and preparing the center each morning in preparation for the students
• Assisting with lunch breaks in the infant and preschool rooms
• Subbing for absent teachers in all classrooms as needed
• Interacting and building relationships with students, parents, and other teachers
• Assisting the lead teacher in daily activities such as art, science, music, and movement.
• Creating and leading a supportive, nurturing learning environment
• Teaching children how to interact with the world around them
• Encouraging children to grow and develop social, emotional, and physical skills
• Teaching younger children basic skills such as color, shape, numbers, and letter recognition

• 18+ years of age
• 1+ years experience in a child care center
• 1+ year of full‑time college credits in Education or a related field; or be working towards a degree in Education
• Meets the requirements under MN Rule 3 to be an Assistant Teacher
• CPR/First Aid Certified, or willing to become certified
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children and families

A little bit about us:

Voted the BEST Childcare Center and BEST Preschool in Central MN, Kids Country Child Care and Learning Center is a value‑guided center that cares for children ages 6 weeks through 11 years old, catering to the individual needs of each different age group by providing separate classrooms, playgrounds, and programming.

Kids Country is located on Country Manor Campus, a 25‑acre healthcare campus primarily devoted to caring for seniors in Sartell, MN. With five age‑specific classrooms, a large indoor recreational gym, outdoor play areas, and Val Smith Park right across the street, there is plenty of space to explore and make every day fun and unique!

Additionally, being part of a large campus‑style setting provides special opportunities for both teachers and students. Teachers are able to take their classrooms throughout the building for a change of scenery and participate in special weekly visits with our senior living communities in intergenerational programming. Kids Country also participates in campus events like the annual Fourth of July parade!

Our ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about teaching, patient, and dedicated to creating a nurturing and consistent learning atmosphere for all students to learn, grow, and have fun! Kids Country Teachers have a great impact on preparing students for their future success in school and life!

• Competitive pay!
• No work on weekends or major holidays (major holidays are paid)
• Extended lunch breaks

At Country Manor, we believe in enriching lives – those of our students, and those of our employees. We’re committed to supporting, encouraging, and investing in employees with a long‑term passion for their desired industry, setting us apart from other employers. We’ll care for you as you care for others through our extensive array of benefits and programs designed specifically for your personal and professional development.

• Rich benefits package including Paid Time Off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA with Employer contribution
• Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account (DCFSA)
• Life Insurance is provided at no cost to you
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Pre‑Tax Benefits Options including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
• Voluntary After‑Tax Benefits Options including Short‑Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Term‑Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance
• 401(k) program with an employer match of up to 4%, helping you grow your retirement savings faster
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