Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Lil Explorers
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/27/2026
Location
Otsego, Minnesota
Salary
$17 - $21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment while implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum alongside the teaching team. Key duties include observing children's progress, communicating with families, promoting positive social behaviors, and planning a balanced daily schedule.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old, meeting all state requirements for lead preschool teachers. Prior experience as a lead teacher is preferred, along with a cda or a degree in early childhood education or a related field.
high schoolprofessional certificateassociate degreeFamily CommunicationCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementChild DevelopmentChildcareEarly Childhood EducationDaily SchedulingSocial Behavior PromotionDaycare Education
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Disability
- Life insurance
- Vision options
- 401(k) with employer match
- Pet insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Childcare tuition discount
- Paid CDA
- On demand pay with UKG Wallet
- Paid time off that increases with seniority