Assistant Teacher - Kids Country *Sign on Bonus*

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a fun full-time job with NO weekend hours?! Do you love working with kids?! We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you!!

Kids Country is seeking a flexible and caring Assistant Teacher to float between classrooms, assisting with daily activities and providing coverage for staff breaks, vacations, and absences.

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus for all eligible full-time employees.  

Qualifications:

• Must have experience in a childcare center or in the education field.
• Must have completed 1+ year of college and/or 3 collegiate courses
• Outgoing personality and a passion for working with children
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children and families

As an Assistant Teacher, you will:

• Float between classrooms as needed (lunch breaks, absences, vacations)
• Help teachers with daily activities, events, and oversight
• Encourage students to grow and learn through guided activities, events, and outings
• Take students on field trips
• Participate in special campus events
• Oversee daily activities, such as science experiments, cooking class, music, games, arts and crafts, dance parties, recreational play in the gym and outdoor playgrounds, and so much more

A little bit about us:

Voted the BEST Childcare Center and BEST Preschool in Central MN in 2022, Kids Country Child Care and Learning Center is a value-guided center that cares for children ages 6 weeks through 11 years old, catering to the individual needs of each different age group by providing separate classrooms, playgrounds, and programming.

Kids Country is located on Country Manor Campus, a 25-acre healthcare campus that is primarily devoted to caring for seniors in Sartell, MN. With five age-specific classrooms, a large indoor recreational gym, outdoor play areas, and Val Smith park right across the street- there is plenty of space to explore and make everyday fun and unique!

Additionally, being part of a large campus-style setting provides special opportunities for both teachers and students. Teachers are able to take their classrooms throughout the building for a change of scenery and participate in special weekly visits with our senior living communities in intergenerational programming. Kids Country also participates in campus events like the annual Fourth of July parade!

Our ideal candidate is someone who is outgoing, self-motivated, and passionate about teaching and providing an exceptional environment for children to learn, grow, and have fun! Kids Country Teachers have a great impact on preparing students for their future success in school and life!

Benefits Overview
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Paid Time Off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• FSA/HSA with employer contribution
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary pre-tax benefits, including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
• Voluntary after-tax benefits, including Short-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Term Life Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
• 401(k) program with an employer match of up to 4%
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a free, confidential program offering resources for mental and emotional well-being, legal services, financial wellness consultations, and more

*Please note that some benefits are available only for employees working 60 hours or more per pay period.

A Culture of Appreciation

• Longevity bonuses
• Year-end appreciation gifts and routine wage increases
• Annual Staff Appreciation Week featuring large prizes, a grand celebration, and more
• Consistent recognition efforts throughout the year
• Excellent advancement opportunities across more than 20 unique departments

Discounts That Make a Difference
Country Manor partners with dozens of local Central Minnesota businesses to offer employees a Corporate Perks Program, including discounts on shopping, restaurants, gym memberships, haircuts, and more.
Employees may also receive 15% off tuition through our partnership with Rasmussen University, along with access to thousands of nationwide discounts on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through TicketsAtWork.

Our first correspondence may come via email. Please keep an eye on your inbox for updates.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Country Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Country Manor provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Interviewing now; don't wait to apply! (Please note: our initial communication may be via email. Don't forget to check your inbox!)

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Kids Country Child Care & Learning Center
Located on Country Manor Campus (Door #8)
520 1st St NE, Sartell, MN