Lead Preschool Child Care Teacher - $20+/hr - Full Time - Byron, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Yearly retention bonuses
• Gym discount
• Annual beauty stipend
• Annual clothing stipend
• Annual Health Stipend
• Retirement Plan with match
• Life insurance
• Paid Holiday
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

This is a leadership role for reliable, professional teachers who take pride in running a structured classroom.

We are selective—because consistency, accountability, and engagement matter in our program.

If you’re looking for an easy or low-expectation environment, this is not the right fit. 

The Opportunity
We are currently hiring full-time Lead Teachers for:

• PreK (up to 20 students, 2 staff)
• Wobbler (young toddler classroom, up to 14 students, 2 staff)
• Float Teacher (supporting classrooms with leadership and consistency)

You will be trusted to run your classroom with structure, intention, and professionalism —while being supported by systems that set you up for success.

What Makes Early Advantage Different
We don’t just expect great teaching—we support it.

You’re Not Doing This Alone

• Full-time Behavioral Support Specialist
  • Helps create and implement behavior plans
  • Supports referrals for additional services
  • Works directly with teachers and families for consistency
• On-site confidential mental health consultation available for staff support

Curriculum That Actually Helps You Teach

• We use Frog Street Curriculum —a favorite among our teachers
• Engaging, structured, and easy to implement
• Pre-built materials so you’re not reinventing the wheel
• Smartboards in classrooms to enhance lessons with songs, videos, and interactive learning

You can focus on teaching—not scrambling to create everything from scratch.

Built for Growth (Not Burnout)

• Dedicated classroom office space
• Weekly planning time (minimum 1 hour) + additional time during key seasons
• 2+ hours/month paid professional development
• Parent Aware coaching (Preschool & PreK)
• Ongoing Conscious Discipline training and support
  
  

A True Team Environment

• Specials led by other educators (Soccer Shots, SMART, Second Step, etc.)
  → Gives you time to observe, learn, and reset
• Additional cleaning support
  → So you can focus on children, not just tasks
• Strong family partnerships
  → Engaged, supportive parents who value what you do
• Meaningful family events where your work is celebrated

A Program Built on Relationships

• We partner with incredible, engaged families who value what we do
• We host events where families join us in the classroom and celebrate learning
• You’ll have meaningful, positive parent interactions—not just quick handoffs

Early Advantage is a school family—not just a childcare center.
If that kind of environment matters to you, you’ll feel it here.

What This Role Actually Looks Like

• Lead your classroom with structure, consistency, and intention
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team
• Maintain high standards for safety, supervision, and organization
• Track and assess development and communicate with families
• Mentor and lead your classroom team
  
  

This is a hands-on leadership role —you are actively engaged and setting the tone every day.

Who Thrives Here
You will succeed here if you are:

• Reliable – You show up, on time, consistently
• Hard-working – You take initiative without being asked
• Accountable – You take ownership of your classroom
• Growth-minded – You want feedback and use it
• Caring & intentional – You build real connections
• Professional – In attitude, communication, and behavior

This Is NOT for You If…

• You struggle with attendance or consistency
• You want a low-expectation or “easy” environment
• You avoid feedback or resist growth
• You are not comfortable leading a team or being held accountable
• You are disengaged in the classroom
• You bring negativity, gossip, or lack of professionalism
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $20+/hour (based on experience & education)

Plus a strong benefits package:

• Paid Holidays (up to 7/year)
• PTO (up to 12 days/year)
• Paid training + 200+ free courses (CCEI)
• Health, dental, vision, life & more (with employer contribution)
• Retirement plan with up to 3% match
• Childcare discount
• Financial wellness program (SmartDollar)
• Annual stipends: Clothing, Health, Beauty ($100 each)
• Gym discount (Anytime Fitness Byron)
• RETAIN bonuses
• Uniforms provided
• Long-term travel benefit (5-year milestone)

Growth Opportunities
We actively promote from within:

• Mentor Teacher
• Department Lead
• Administrative roles (when available)

If you show up, grow, and lead well—there is opportunity here.

Qualifications

• Meet Minnesota Lead Teacher requirements
• Classroom experience preferred
• Strong understanding (or willingness to learn) child development + curriculum
• Ability to lead, communicate clearly, and manage a structured classroom

Ready to Apply?
If you’re thinking:
“This is the kind of program I want to be part of—and I can meet that standard.”