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Are you looking for a fun and rewarding career with a company you can grow with? Look no further than Creative Kids Academy - a place where every day is filled with laughter, learning, and fun.

We are seeking lead and assistant teachers for our Apple Valley center. We currently have openings in our toddler and preschool classrooms. We are looking for educators who are positive, reliable, energetic, and creative. Join our team today!

Why Creative Kids Academy?

Creative Kids Academy is a privately-owned Early Childhood Education program with thirteen locations across the Twin Cities, serving children from six weeks to twelve years old. We are not just a daycare. We are committed to fostering a fun, inclusive, engaging workplace which allows staff to thrive personally and professionally.

• Your well-being is our priority! We offer medical and dental insurance, paid time off, wellness days, and holidays, a generous childcare discount, and a 401K savings and investment plan.
• We are invested in your future! We offer mentorship and paid training and professional development. We pride ourselves on promoting from within so there are plenty of opportunities for advancement.
• We value work-life balance! We have a unique leadership support structure that ensures our staff and leaders get the support they need to succeed.
• We appreciate and recognize the commitment of our teachers! All employees are eligible for annual raises and retention bonuses. We have weekly, quarterly, and yearly recognition and engagement programs.

Responsibilities:

• Uphold all current standards and policies for licensing, NAEYC, and Parent Aware
• Plan and implement a curriculum which reflects Creative Kids Academy’s philosophy, goals, and objectives for children
• Foster the emotional, social and academic growth of the children served
• Cultivate positive relationships with fellow staff, families and children served
• Follow and enforce health and safety standards
• Participate in required trainings and maintain current certificates as required by licensing

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Lead teacher or assistant teacher qualified
• Experience teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred

Benefits:

• Generous childcare discount
• Medical & dental insurance
• Paid time off, wellness days, and holidays
• Work-life balance
• 401K savings and investment plan
• Referral program
• Bonus, reward and recognition programs
• Annual bonuses and raises
• No nights or weekends
• Growth and career advancement opportunities