Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Lil Explorers
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/6/2026
Location
Andover, Minnesota
Salary
$17 - $21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum. They will also observe children's progress, support their developmental milestones, and maintain effective communication with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet state requirements for lead preschool teachers. A cda or degree in early childhood education or a related field is required, along with prior experience in a lead teacher role.
high schoolprofessional certificatebachelor degreeLesson planningFamily communicationSafety managementClassroom managementChild observationEarly childhood developmentCurriculum implementationDevelopmental milestonesNurturing environmentSocial behavior promotion
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development
- Pet insurance
- Childcare tuition discount