Part-Time Preschool Teacher

Are you passionate about early childhood development and ready to make a lasting impact? We're seeking a dedicated Part-Time Preschool Teacher (Licensed Early Childhood) to create magical learning moments for our preschool-aged children (ages 2–5) while building strong partnerships with families in our community.

Your Role Will Include:

• Designing and leading engaging, play-based activities that spark curiosity and foster growth across literacy, math, science, social-emotional development, and physical skills.
• Creating a classroom environment where exploration thrives and every child feels safe, included, and excited to learn.
• Tracking each child's unique developmental progress through careful observation and assessment.
• Celebrating milestones with families and using insights to tailor your teaching approach.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating growth to families.
• Partnering with families to create strong, positive relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues and sharing innovative ideas to enhance our program.
• Contributing to a vibrant learning community where everyone feels valued and heard.
• Applying effective classroom management techniques to ensure a positive, respectful learning environment.
• Ensuring compliance with all licensing, health, and safety standards.
• Participating in ongoing professional learning opportunities to continuously refine your teaching practice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, social work, or a related field.
• MN Early Childhood Licensure.
• Genuine commitment to supporting diverse families, including those facing challenges.
• Cultural and linguistic competency, strong communication abilities, and effective classroom management skills.
• Background in educational settings with knowledge of modern teaching tools and technology.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary range, $29.88–$33.27 per hour, based on placement within the 2025–2026 Master Teacher Agreement salary schedule.
• Note: All EC teachers shall be paid at the hourly rate determined by Schedule A and B of the Master Agreement (cell salary ÷ 1,456 hours).

Location & Shift Times:

• Location, Watertown-Mayer Community Learning Center.
• Schedule:
• Monday, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
• Tuesday, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
• Tuesday Evening, 4:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
• Thursday, 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM.