Assistant Teacher - Kids Crest of Country Manor
About The Position
Kids Crest of Country Manor is opening a brand-new childcare center at Pinecrest in Brainerd and is looking for enthusiastic, caring Assistant Teachers. This center builds on the success of Kids Country Child Care and Learning Center, which was voted Central Minnesota’s Best Childcare Center and Best Preschool. The new center will feature five age-specific classrooms and outdoor play areas, providing ample space for children to explore and learn. As part of the Pinecrest campus, Kids Crest offers unique intergenerational activities, allowing children and seniors to build relationships. Teachers can also utilize the campus for varied learning experiences and participate in community events. As an Assistant Teacher, your role is to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where every child feels valued. You will develop age-appropriate lesson plans, guide classroom activities, collaborate with other teachers, and help children develop essential skills and confidence for future success. Country Manor focuses on building careers, shaping futures, creating thriving communities, and enriching lives for generations. Join us from the start to help build an exceptional childcare community for Brainerd-area children and families.
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
- Extended lunch breaks
- No work on weekends or major holidays
- Robust benefits package (PTO, ESST (earned sick and safe time), medical/dental/vision & more) available to new employees after just one hour worked
- 401k with employer match
- Employee discount for Kids Crest
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
