About this role
Lead Toddler Teacher – Monday-Friday | No Weekends
Kinder Village at Episcopal Homes of Minnesota | St. Paul, MN
Do you love working with toddlers and creating a classroom where children can learn, play, explore, and grow?
Kinder Village is looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable Lead Toddler Teacher to join our team. We offer a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, no weekends, a childcare employee discount, and a unique intergenerational environment you won't find at a typical childcare center.
Pay & Schedule
- Pay: $19.50-$22.00 per hour, based on experience
- Full-Time
- Monday-Friday
- No weekends
- Schedule: 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
What Makes Kinder Village Different?
Kinder Village is located within Episcopal Homes of Minnesota , a senior living community that has been part of St. Paul's Midway neighborhood for more than 130 years.
One of the things that makes our childcare center special is our intergenerational programming . Children have opportunities to participate in planned activities with older adults living at Episcopal Homes, creating meaningful connections across generations.
It's a warm, engaging environment where teachers can focus on what matters most—helping children learn, grow, and feel cared for every day.
What You'll Do
As a Lead Toddler Teacher, you'll help create a fun, safe, and nurturing classroom where toddlers can thrive. You'll:
- Create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment
- Plan age-appropriate activities that support early childhood development
- Encourage learning through play, exploration, and everyday experiences
- Lead stories, songs, calendar, weather, and social-emotional learning activities
- Build strong relationships with children and their families
- Work collaboratively with your fellow teachers and coworkers
- Participate in intergenerational activities with Episcopal Homes residents
- Keep families connected to their child's day through Brightwheel , including meals, naps, diapering, activities, and learning
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with toddlers and brings patience, creativity, dependability, and positive energy to the classroom.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and meet one of the following Minnesota Teacher qualifications:
- Associate degree with 4,160 hours as an Assistant Teacher
- Child Development Certificate with 1,560 hours as an Assistant Teacher, Aide, or Student Intern
- Bachelor's degree with 1,040 hours as an Assistant Teacher, Aide, or Student Intern
Additional Requirements
- Successful completion of DHS background studies
- Pre-employment TB test through Episcopal Homes
Benefits & Perks
We want our employees to feel supported both at work and outside of work. Benefits include:
- Childcare Employee Discount
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Bonus Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
Come Grow With Kinder Village
If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to work somewhere that offers a consistent schedule, a supportive team, and the opportunity to make a difference in children's lives every day, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and see what makes Kinder Village such a special place to teach, learn, and grow.
"At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
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