Childcare Teacher

FamilyWise•Minneapolis, MN

5h•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

FamilyWise has been keeping children safe and helping families lead stable, healthy and productive lives since 1976. Our programs help families build resiliency, identify and harness their strengths, and connect to other resources. We promote individual and community-led actions that enhance supports for children, parents, and families across Minnesota. FamilyWise is hiring a Childcare Teacher to lead classroom activities, supports children’s development, and creates a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment. This role is responsible for lesson planning, developmental assessments, and building strong relationships with both children and their families, while guiding Aides in daily classroom operations.

Requirements

Meet Rule 3 licensing requirements for education and experience.
Have experience working with children and understand early childhood development.
Be comfortable working with culturally and racially diverse communities, including families facing economic challenges.
Stay organized and can manage multiple responsibilities without losing track of details.
Communicate professionally and value strong customer service.
Handle conflict with patience, clarity, and good judgment.
Be comfortable using basic computer programs like Microsoft Office.
Build positive relationships with coworkers and contribute to a team-focused environment.
Can work independently while also collaborating effectively with others.
Understand the scope of your role and exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to meet FamilyWise’s driving record requirements.

Nice To Haves

Speak more than one language

Responsibilities

Develop and implement weekly or biweekly lesson plans aligned with Creative Curriculum.
Assess children’s development and tailor activities to meet individual needs.
Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate activities (indoor and outdoor).
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children at all times.
Follow all Rule 3 licensing regulations.
Maintain current required trainings (CPR/First Aid, SIDS/AHT, curriculum and assessment training).
Build positive relationships with families through daily communication and conferences.
Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Promote healthy habits, including nutrition and personal hygiene.
Provide guidance and support to Teacher Aides in classroom activities.
Complete daily documentation (health checks, reports, meal counts, inspection checklists).
Conduct quarterly Creative Curriculum assessments.
Partner with Child Development Specialists to hold family conferences.
Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the classroom.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick time
Nine paid holidays and three floating holidays
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA), and options for Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Long-term disability insurance – the employer pays the premiums
Employer-paid basic life insurance with the option for additional coverage paid by the employee
Voluntary benefits: Accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, short-term disability insurance
FWS sponsors a retirement plan with 3% employer match and immediate vesting
Discounted tuition for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate programs at St. Mary’s University
Professional development opportunities at St. Mary’s University
Access to advancement (internships, job placement, field practice) at St. Mary’s University