Assistant Preschool Teacher - $500 Hiring Bonus!

Richfield • Richfield, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Fraser School believes children learn best when they learn and play together. Our inclusive classrooms bring typically developing children and children with special needs together to build friendships, develop confidence, and discover the world around them. Fraser School serves children from 6 weeks old through kindergarten. As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll play an important role in creating that experience every day. You’ll work alongside our Lead Teachers to create engaging learning experiences, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and help create a classroom where every child feels a sense of belonging.

Requirements

• Some post-secondary coursework or credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field is required
• A genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their development.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every child and family feels welcomed and respected.
• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion with a focus on culturally responsive practice, internal self-awareness, and reflection.
• CPR and First Aid certification, which Fraser provides.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Lead Teacher to plan and provide engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and create a classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to learn.
• Provide individualized support to children of all abilities and help adapt activities to meet their developmental needs.
• Encourage children to learn, play, communicate, and build relationships with one another.
• Communicate with families about their child's experiences, development, and accomplishments.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Assist with classroom documentation and observations of children's development.
• Work collaboratively with your classroom team through respectful communication and shared responsibilities.
• Support and welcome new team members as they join the classroom.
• Follow Fraser School policies and applicable licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Step into the Lead Teacher role when needed, including helping coordinate classroom activities and curriculum in the Lead Teacher's absence.

Benefits

• UKG Wallet – Eligible employees can access earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility
• 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, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Work-Life Balance, Generous Paid Time Off Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree