Assistant Teacher

The Gardner School of St. Louis Park is seeking passionate and dedicated Assistant-qualified early childhood teachers to work with our 16 month to 3 year old children.

The Gardner School is a state-of-the-art early childhood program dedicated to providing an exceptional educational program for young children and their families. We have a supportive environment for staff with low teacher turn-over and competitive pay and benefits. Our school in St. Louis Park is looking for the best and brightest to join our team. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and work experience with young children.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans based on each child's needs, academic goals, and curriculum.
• Guide social and emotional skill development
• Collaborate effectively with parents, coworkers, and administrators to create a positive learning environment.
• Ensure the safety of each child.
• Communicate concerns with caregivers using thoughtfulness and understanding, focusing on each child’s strengths.
• Observe and document each child's progress in all developmental areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Read, understand, and implement all policies and procedures of The Gardner School and all state agencies.
• Follow the standards and policies for the conduct and responsibilities of all staff members who have contact with children.
• Maintain confidentiality of school directives, curriculum, and software.

Assistant Teacher Qualifications

• College credits in education or related fields preferred.
• One year of child care or teaching experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift, carry and hold up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a MN DHS background check.

Full Time Benefits package includes:

• Paid vacation, holidays, birthday and personal time
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 401k/Roth plan with company matching 100% of employee contributions up to 4 %.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person