Assistant Teacher (Opener) - Kids Country

Country Manor•Sartell, MN

2d•$14 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

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 open the center each morning and spend your day supporting classrooms from infants to school age. 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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Competitive pay
No work on weekends or major holidays (major holidays are paid)
Extended lunch breaks
Paid Time Off
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%
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity Bonuses
Year-End Appreciation Gifts and Routine Wage Increases
Annual Staff Appreciation Week featuring large prizes, a grand celebration, and more
Consistent recognition efforts throughout the year to celebrate you and your contributions
Excellent advancement opportunities, with over 20 unique departments for employment
On-site amenities, including a store and pharmacy, quick clinic, deli-style café with seating, coffee shop with bakery outlet, gift shop, 24/7 market, full-service restaurant, and more - all with exclusive employee discounts!
Discounted child care at Kids Country
Corporate Perks Program with discounts on shopping and restaurants, plus savings on services like gym memberships, haircuts, and more
15% off tuition through our exclusive partnership with Rasmussen University
Access to thousands of discounts nationwide on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through TicketsAtWork.