Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, , United States
10 hours ago
Job description
Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is a private school serving Grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 in Brooklyn Park, MN. Our vision is for every Maranatha student to be highly educated, Christ-centered, and biblically anchored world changers.
Position Summary
Maranatha has an immediate opening for a Pre-K Lead Teacher, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm for the current school year. The Pre-K Lead Teacher provides instruction and care in spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical development for young children. This position partners with families to nurture early learning, faith formation, and foundational skills through a Christ-centered environment that is safe, loving, and engaging.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Professes Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and models a consistent daily walk with Him in attitude, speech, and actions.
- Provides direct supervision of students during class, recess, lunch, and after-school programming in MCA's X-tended Day program.
- Motivates students to accept God's gift of salvation and nurtures their growth in faith.
- Follows the Matthew 18 principle in working with students, parents, staff, and administration.
- Plans and leads developmentally appropriate lessons in literacy, math, Bible, and other content areas following MCA's curriculum and Minnesota standards.
- Prepares weekly lesson plans and submits them to the principal.
- Leads whole group and small group instruction; reteaches and reinforces concepts when needed.
- Integrates music, art, play, and hands-on learning into daily instruction.
- Assists children in developing habits of organization, good study habits, and positive social skills.
- Observes, assesses, and documents student progress; communicates with families and administration regarding student development.
- Maintains attendance and progress records as required.
- Partners with classroom assistants and collaborates with grade-level peers to enhance learning.
- Maintains discipline through encouragement, conflict resolution, and Christ-centered motivation.
- Organizes and participates in games, songs, stories, and creative activities to support learning.
- Ensures classroom setup, bulletin boards, and materials reflect a welcoming and engaging environment.
- Communicates regularly with parents about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Builds positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to strengthen the MCA community.
- Coordinates class field trips and special activities as appropriate.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate's degree or higher, preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Previous experience teaching or assisting in early childhood or elementary education.
- Current Minnesota state teaching license preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong classroom management and conflict-resolution skills.
- Skilled in using developmentally appropriate assessment methods.
- Ability to integrate technology effectively into instruction.
- Adaptable in instructional methods to support varied learning styles.
- Ability to work confidentially and with discretion.
Professional & Personal Characteristics
- Passionate about Christian education and the MCA mission.
- Spirit-led, authentic Christ-follower pursuing continual growth.
- Servant leader mindset with empathy, consistency, and integrity.
- Effective communicator and active listener.
- Positive, hopeful, and resourceful; demonstrates initiative and creativity.
Benefits Full-Time Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Housing Allowance
- Life Insurance & Voluntary Life
- Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay
Optional Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 403(b) Retirement (No Match)
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, sit, and walk. The employee may need to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The daily noise level for this position is typically low to moderate, but it can be loud at times.
Similar jobs
Description · This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners. · ...
11 hours ago
Job summary · The Lead Teacher plays an essential role in creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging Montessori learning environment for children in the infant room. · QualificationsMust meet Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) qualifications for a Lead Teacher in a licens ...
1 week ago
Come join us at Step By Step Montessori of Edina as a Lead Teacher · We offer a supportive environment for our teachers and empower them with the resources they need to create a positive learning environment for our students. · ...
1 week ago
Come join us at Step By Step Montessori of St Anthony as a Lead Teacher. · ...
1 week ago
Come join us at Step by Step Montessori Brooklyn Park as a Lead Teacher Build a Career with Meaning and Enhance Your Future At Step by Step Montessori our educators brighten children's lives every day while creating a bright future for themselves We offer a supportive environment ...
1 week ago
The Lead Teacher provides opportunities to promote learning in the areas of social/emotional, motor, cognitive, and creative development to help each child develop to his/her full potential. · Provide a safe, stimulating, healthy, and nurturing environment to provide all children ...
3 weeks ago
· Full-time · Description · The purpose of the Lead Teacher is to provide a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where young children can thrive and develop essential skills for lifelong success. Through effective communication, collaboration, and curriculum ...
11 hours ago
The Lead Teacher plays an essential role in creating a nurturing learning environment for children aged 3-6. · Establish and maintain a safe Montessori learning environment. · Guide children with respect to foster independence and curiosity. · ...
1 month ago
A Lead Childcare Teacher will provide a stable and safe environment for toddlers and infants. They will be responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising curriculum activities while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. · Manage the daily operations of the cl ...
1 month ago
The purpose of the Lead Teacher is to provide a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where young children can thrive and develop essential skills for lifelong success. Through effective communication, collaboration, and curriculum planning our teachers play a ...
1 month ago
The Lead Childcare Teacher provides a stable environment for toddlers and infants planning implementing supervising curriculum activities ensuring compliance with policies procedures overseeing childcare staff taking initiative exercising independent judgment communicating effect ...
1 week ago
We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life. · Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference ...
1 month ago
The purpose of the Lead Teacher is to provide a nurturing, positive, and innovative learning environment where young children can thrive and develop essential skills for lifelong success. · ...
1 month ago
We're hiring an Assistant or Lead Teacher at our award-winning preschools in the Plymouth/Medina area. · As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to work with some of the most amazing children and families around, · ...
1 week ago
We're hiring an Assistant or Lead Teacher at our award-winning preschools in the Plymouth/Medina area.As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to work with some of the most amazing children and families around, while enjoying the benefits of a schedule with no nights or we ...
3 weeks ago
A Day in the Life of a Lead Childcare Teacher: provides stable and safe environment for toddlers and infants. · ...
1 month ago
We are currently hiring both assistant and lead teachers for local daycares and preschools in the Minneapolis area. · Care for children in the daycare setting. · Create and implement hands-on activities based on your observations of children's interests and skills. · Document and ...
1 month ago
The Goddard School is the place for you We are committed to providing a safe dynamic and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life Apply today and see for yourself what it's like to ...
1 week ago
A leadership role that involves working closely with the building administration team to support students' programming along with their families and staff. · ...
4 weeks ago
We are currently hiring both assistant and lead teachers for local daycares and preschools in the Minneapolis area. · Care for children in the daycare settingDocument and share the special moments of children · ...
3 weeks ago
A leadership role that involves working closely with the building administration team to support students' programming along with their families and staff. · ...
2 weeks ago