Preschool (PreK) Classroom Co-Teacher

Partnership Academy•Richfield, MN

1d•$41,641 - $83,599

About The Position

Partnership Academy is seeking a collaborative, culturally responsive educator to co-teach in a play-based, 4-year-old VPK preschool classroom of 20 students. The role provides exceptional instruction and play-based learning in a highly collaborative setting, supporting students’ academic, linguistic, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Teachers analyze and adapt provided curriculum, support HighScope standards, collect and interpret data to guide instruction, provide individualized instruction, partner with families and guardians, and establish a strong culture of learning and community. The teacher works with a team that may include a Preschool Co-Teacher, Associate Educators, Special Education staff, Multilingual Teachers, Early Learning Corps Members, Instructional Coaches, and Family Specialists. The school supports educators through weekly professional development, formal and informal observations, coaching, and frequent feedback, and expects active engagement in joint teaching and mentoring systems. The position begins January 4, 2027, for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond. The salary step scale is $41,641–$83,599, based on education, experience, and licensing status.

Requirements

Demonstrated qualifications such as a Child Development Associate credential or a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field may be used in lieu of licensure.

Nice To Haves

Minnesota teaching license.
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse students.
Bachelor’s degree.
Spanish-speaking ability.

Responsibilities

Learn and implement the HighScope curriculum and COR Advantage assessment system, incorporating Reggio Emilia principles into the learning environment.
Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate daily schedule that includes large-group and small-group facilitation.
Build positive, responsive relationships with children through developmentally appropriate interactions that support their individual needs, interests, and perspectives.
Use a play-based approach that values children’s voices, choices, and active participation.
Apply child development knowledge to support each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
Create and maintain engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments in the classroom, gym, and outdoor spaces that reflect children’s interests and needs.
Communicate regularly and effectively with families to support children’s learning and development.
Maintain children’s safety, supervision, and engagement throughout the day, including during meals, recess, and rest time.
Participate in ongoing professional development, formal and informal observations, coaching, and feedback to strengthen teaching practices.
Use designated planning time to prepare materials, develop high-quality lesson plans, and create exemplary learning experiences.
Use the established scope and sequence to plan intentional learning experiences that promote children’s growth.
Learn and use the Kaymbu online system for classroom documentation, assessment, and family communication.
Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to the school’s mission, vision, and values, contributing to the quality and improvement of the preschool program.
Collaborate with the preschool teaching team and other support staff, and engage in joint teaching and mentoring systems.
Analyze and adapt provided curriculum, collect and interpret data to guide instruction, provide individualized instruction, partner with families and guardians, and establish a strong culture of learning and community.