Preschool Teacher

Little Newtons - Becker • Becker Township, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Red Balloon, we foster a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. We’re looking for passionate Teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day. Joining Red Balloon offers a supportive team environment, professional growth opportunities including ongoing training and career advancement, and a positive work-life balance with consistent weekday schedules and paid training days. The engaging spaces feature bright, organized classrooms filled with high-quality materials and tools for creative learning. The role involves purpose-driven work, making a real impact on children’s lives while supporting their unique learning journeys, and utilizing an innovative curriculum that follows the child-directed model.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED +
• Refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
• Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• CDA or higher preferred
• A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities in art, music, literature, science, and more, fostering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Supervise all activities, maintain clean and organized classrooms, and ensure safety protocols are always followed.
• Share updates, observations, and evidence of learning using tools like our Kindertales app.
• Conduct bi-annual parent conferences and address family concerns positively.
• Observe, document, and celebrate each child’s development while tailoring lessons to individual needs, interests, and learning styles.
• Follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete necessary paperwork, including incident reports and daily logs.
• Mentor classroom assistants, maintain classroom procedures, and collaborate with the leadership team on continuous improvements.
• Create positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children to support a warm, inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth, including training and certification support.
• A supportive leadership team that prioritizes your success.
• Collaborative, fun work culture with a focus on teamwork.
• Paid training sessions
• Positive work-life balance.
• 10 paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees