Toddler Lead Teacher

Job overview

The Toddler Lead Teacher role is onsite in Prior Lake, MN. The posting lists competitive compensation but does not specify numeric pay. The teacher works under the School Director and supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs through Cadence Education programs. The teacher leads classroom operations by planning and delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintaining a safe and supervised environment, and partnering with families and colleagues. The role supports children’s growth, including children with Individualized Education Plans, while meeting licensing and safety requirements.

What you'll do

• Create an inclusive classroom
• build professional relationships with children and families
• respond to developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required
• plan, implement, and document curriculum
• use required communication systems
• maintain classroom safety and supervision
• document and report incidents
• participate in required training, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside scheduled work hours.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

toddler lead teacher

early childhood education

toddler classroom

curriculum planning

child development

family communication

iep support

classroom safety

prior lake mn

cadence education

$17–$22.50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• On-demand pay, 50% childcare tuition discount, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off and holidays, medical, dental and vision options, life and disability plans, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid CDA.

Why this role

Must meet state licensing requirements for Lead Teachers. A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred; CDA is preferred but not required if state requirements are met. Schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.

About the employer

968-Prior Lake is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.