Preschool Lead Teacher

Cadence Education

Otsego, MNFull-time$17.5–21.5/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$17.5–21.5/hr

Location

Otsego, MN

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDA, CCP, EEC Or NAC Credential

Job overview

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher. We are hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher who is passionate about early childhood development to join a team of dedicated educators, creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment while planning curriculum, leading classroom operations, and supporting each child’s physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs.

Key focus areas include Create a warm, welcoming, inclusive classroom environment for every child, Build positive professional relationships with children and families through daily greetings and communication, and Recognize and respond to diverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.

Successful candidates bring Meet State Licensing Requirements For Lead Teachers, Meet Department Of Health Services Licensing Qualifications For Lead Teachers, and High School Diploma Or GED Plus Required Experience. Important skills include Following Safety Procedures, Name-To-Face Accountability, Food Allergy Processes, Bottle-Feeding Procedures, Safe Sleep Practices, and Classroom Management. Preferred (not required): Early Childhood Development, Collaboration, Open Communication, and Classroom Leadership.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Following Safety ProceduresName-to-Face AccountabilityFood Allergy ProcessesBottle-Feeding ProceduresSafe Sleep PracticesClassroom ManagementCommunicationVerbal Communication in EnglishEarly Childhood DevelopmentCollaborationOpen CommunicationClassroom LeadershipProfessionalismCompliance With Licensing and Safety RequirementsPartnering With FamiliesCreating Inclusive Classroom EnvironmentBuilding Positive Professional RelationshipsRecognizing Diverse Developmental NeedsResponding to Diverse Behavioral NeedsResponding to Diverse Cultural NeedsResponding to Diverse Learning NeedsImplementing IEPsImplementing Behavioral Support PlansPlanning Developmentally Appropriate CurriculumImplementing Developmentally Appropriate CurriculumDocumenting Developmentally Appropriate CurriculumUsing Cadence-Required SystemsUsing Communication ToolsMaintaining Safe ClassroomMaintaining Well-Supervised ClassroomFollowing Cadence Education Safety and Supervision ManualDocumenting AccidentsReporting AccidentsDocumenting IncidentsReporting IncidentsDocumenting Escalated BehaviorsReporting Escalated BehaviorsFollowing Company PolicyFollowing Licensing RequirementsFollowing Cadence Education PoliciesFollowing Cadence Education ProceduresFollowing Cadence Education StandardsFamily PartnershipTeam CollaborationBuilding Professional RelationshipsResponding to Diverse Developmental NeedsCurriculum PlanningCurriculum ImplementationCurriculum DocumentationCadence Education PhilosophyCadence Signature ProgramsCadence-Required SystemsCommunication ToolsProfessional CommunicationCadence Education Safety and Supervision ManualAccurate Documentation and ReportingSafety ProceduresWritten Communication in EnglishAdaptabilityChildcareDaycarePreschool Education

Qualifications

Meet State Licensing Requirements for Lead TeachersMeet Department of Health Services (DHS) Licensing Qualifications for Lead TeachersHigh School Diploma or GED Plus Required ExperienceCollege Coursework in Early Childhood EducationCDA, CCP, EEC or NAC CredentialAbility to Obtain and Maintain Required Background ClearancesAbility to Obtain and Maintain Required Health ScreeningsAssociate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Related Field6-12 Months of Early Childhood or Classroom Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Location : Address

8670 Parson Avenue NE

Company Overview

We are hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and have experience in childcare, daycare, or preschool education, we’d love to meet you.

Why Join Us? We’re a community of professionals who care deeply about children and their growth. Our schools foster collaboration, open communication, and a supportive work environment. We prioritize work-life balance and provide the tools and resources you need to succeed.

Under the direction of the School Director, the Lead Teacher plays a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. This position is responsible for planning and delivering curriculum, leading classroom operations, and implementing Cadence Education programs while supporting the physical, social, emotional, and developmental needs of all children—including those with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Lead Teachers are classroom leaders who model professionalism, ensure compliance with licensing and safety requirements, and partner with families and team members to support each child’s growth and success.

Compensation & Benefits:

Comp etitive compensation
On demand pay with UKG Wallet
50% childcare tuition discount
Hourly Pay Rate $17.50 - $21.50
401(k) with empl oyer match
Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
Paid time off that increases with seniority
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision options available
Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
Educational and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Company-paid life insurance
Pet insurance
Paid CDA

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Create awarm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environmentwhere every child is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
Buildpositive, professional relationshipswith children and families, including daily greetings and ongoing communication.
Recognize and respond todiverse developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including implementing IEPs and behavioral support plans as required.
Plan, implement, and documentdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumaligned with Cadence educational philosophy and Signature Programs.
Use Cadence-required systems and communication tools to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership.
Maintain asafe and well‑supervised classroom, following the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual at all times.
Accurately document and reportaccidents, incidents, and escalated behaviorsin accordance with company policy and licensing requirements.
Follow all Cadence Education policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Participate inrequired trainings, meetings, and professional development, which may occur outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to follow all safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
Ability to manage a classroom environment with consistency, structure, and care.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.

Experience

Must meetstate licensing requirementsfor Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.
A minimum of6–12 months of early childhood or classroom experienceis preferred, depending on education and credentials.

Credentials & Licensing

Must meet allDepartment of Health Services (DHS)licensing qualifications for Lead Teachers, which may include:
High school diploma or GED plus required experienceor
College coursework in early childhood educationor
CDA, CCP, EEC or NAC credential
Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are met.

Scheduling Requirements (Please Review Carefully)

Flexibility is essential.Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs.
Work schedules may vary andare not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.
Daily end times may vary andcannot be guaranteed.

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Job Location : City

Otsego

Job Location : State/Province

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School BrandLil Explorers

ID 2026-66042

School Name 973 - Otsego

Position Type Full-Time

Min Salary USD $17.00/Hr.

Max Salary USD $21.50/Hr.

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