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Preschool Teacher

Shepherd's Care
$18 - $20 - Benefit levels at 20+ hours and 30+ hours Competitive Wages Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Paid Time Off 403b retirement plan & Company Paid Pension Set schedule - no nights or weekends Advancement opportunities
United States, Minnesota, Maple Grove
11875 West Eagle Lake Drive (Show on map)
Apr 02, 2026
Are you ready for everyday hugs and smiles and stories that sometimes never end?! Do you want to work with children and experience the wonder that they see? Shepherd's Care is a Christian Childcare Center located in Maple Grove, This position requires you to assist the teachers in providing a warm and nurturing environment for children to meet their physical, mental, spiritual, social and emotional needs. Responsible for performing duties in accordance with policies and procedures. Works under direct supervision of the Teacher and Assistant Teacher. Must be pleasant, respectful, and courteous to all children, families, visitors and fellow employees at all times. Qualifications: Loves working and playing with children Ability to perceive children's needs and Develop positive relationships with children and families Ability to anticipate and diffuse problems and disruptive situations Supervises a class with the Lead Teacher Helps the teacher implement the daily lesson plans and classroom activities Helps with necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds Works effectively in a team Ability to adapt to frequent changes in activity, priorities, and/or work schedules Supervises a classroom of children and gives direction to the aide as needed Ability to exercise patience at all times Ability to communicate sensitive information Requirements: CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Must be able to get up and down off the floor, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in activity with children Be able to communicate with children and their parents in English Meet Minnesota DHS qualifications for position and pass required DHS background check A High School diploma or equivalent The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience (MN DHS Rule 3 Qualifications) Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work Must be at least 18 years of age