Lead Toddler Teacher - Montessori Certified

Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414

We’re hiring immediately! Miniapple Montessori, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Toddler Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff. Must have 1 year lead teacher experience and hold a valid Montessori certification for toddlers. 

At Miniapple Montessori, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office.  We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way. 

Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Miniapple Montessori.

• $22 to $27 per hour 
• Competitive compensation
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• NEW! 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Educational and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA 

The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees.

Join the ranks of Cadence Education, a leading early childhood educator in the United States! With a network of over 300 private preschools and elementary schools spanning 30 states, our 30 years of experience have honed our expertise in preparing students to excel in their educational journey.

 Lead Teacher Qualifications:

• Toddler Montessori Certification Required
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field required
• Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development Education, Child development or a related field preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet all state preschool lead teacher requirements 
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours 
• Minimum 1 year previous Lead Teacher experience required
• Demonstrated classroom management skills preferred

Lead Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• An Infant Lead Teacher will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center
• Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day
• Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities
• Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate
• Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

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Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.