Preschool Teacher - Frazee Elementary

MAHUBE-OTWA, Community Action Partnership, Inc•Frazee, MN

4d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

MAHUBE-OTWA is recruiting a Preschool Teacher for its Head Start Center at Frazee Elementary in Frazee, Minnesota. The role is suited to caring individuals with initiative and experience implementing developmentally appropriate early childhood practices. The teacher helps create an inclusive learning environment that supports each child’s development based on individual needs, establishes a daily routine, and prepares weekly lesson plans that incorporate all required elements. The work involves educating and engaging young children through activities such as art and stories. The schedule is full-time, non-exempt, Monday through Friday on the day shift, with a seasonal summer layoff. The position is not remote. Pay is $24.61–$26.88. A completed agency application and two work-related letters of reference are required.

Requirements

Meet applicable Head Start education and credential requirements for preschool teaching staff, including an associate degree or bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education, or equivalent coursework.
Knowledge of early childhood development and the ability to implement developmentally appropriate practices in an early childhood classroom.
Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and DCYF child-care licensing requirements, and the ability to operate the center in accordance with them.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence, and perform basic math.
Ability to apply common-sense solutions in standard and nonstandard situations.
Ability to professionally express and exchange ideas and instructions with clients, the public, or other employees.
Ability to work positively and cooperatively with staff and parents and to respond effectively and spontaneously to typical and unexpected preschool classroom situations.
Ability to handle emergency situations with young children and parents.
Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Intermediate computer skills, including email, internet use, computer files, databases, and data entry.
Valid driver’s license.
First Aid and CPR required.
Successfully complete all background studies and checks required by Minnesota law and federal Head Start standards.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education is preferred but not required for teacher positions.

Responsibilities

Implement curriculum that provides an inclusive learning environment and supports children’s development based on individual needs.
Provide a daily routine.
Prepare weekly lesson plans that incorporate all required elements.
Operate the center in accordance with applicable Head Start Performance Standards and Minnesota DCYF child-care licensing requirements.
Work cooperatively with staff and parents.
Handle emergency situations involving young children and parents.
Protect private and confidential information.