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Teachers (and future teachers!) – Kids Country is currently in search for Assistant Teachers to join our Toddler classroom! Full-Time and Part-Time positions are available!

Voted the Best Childcare Center and Preschool year after year, Kids Country has been serving the community for nearly 40 years! If being part of an award-winning team, experiencing consistent employee appreciation efforts, having fun, and helping students prepare for preschool interests you, we encourage you to keep reading

What you can expect when joining the team at Kids Country:

+ Competitive pay + $500 Sign-On Bonus!

+ Extended lunch breaks everyday

+ No work on weekends or major holidays (major holidays are paid)

+ Tremendous growth potential, with the opportunity to gain experience and advance to Lead Teacher

+ Located on a large 25-acre campus with plenty of space to explore! Teachers and students participate in special campus-wide events like the annual 4th of July Parade, Trick-or-Treating, and Christmas Concerts.

+ Frequent intergenerational programming for all classrooms. Students have the unique opportunity to learn from their "grandfriends" on campus - a favorite activity for everyone! Children are showered with love and attention each time they leave their classroom to venture around Country Manor's various communities

+ ❤ Be a valued part of a large campus of services, where you'll build lasting relationships far beyond the walls of Kids Country

+ On-site Employee Amenities include a store, multiple dining destinations, clinic, pharmacy, and more!

A little more bit about us:

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 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 every day 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!

What your days will look like as an Assistant Teacher in the Toddler Room at Kids Country:

+ Interacting and building relationships with students, parents, and other teachers

+ Assisting the lead teacher in daily activities such as art, science, music and movement.

+ Creating and leading a supportive, nurturing learning environment

+ Teaching children how to interact with the world around them

+ Encouraging toddlers to grow and develop social, emotional, and physical skills

+ Teaching younger children basic skills such as color, shape, numbers, and letter recognition

Qualifications:

+ 18+ years of age

+ 1+ year experience in a child care center

+ 1+ year of full-time college credits in Education or a related field; or be working towards a degree in Education

+ Meets the requirements under MN Rule 3 to be an Assistant Teacher

+ CPR/First Aid Certified, or willing to become certified

+ Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children and families

Benefits & Perks:

+ Competitive pay!

+ No work on weekends or major holidays (major holidays are paid)

+ Extended lunch breaks

At Country Manor, we believe in enriching lives - those of our students, and those of our employees. We're committed to supporting, encouraging, and investing in employees with a long-term passion for their desired industry, setting us apart from other employers. We'll care for you as you care for others through our extensive array of benefits and programs designed specifically for your personal and professional development.

Health & Wellness

+ Rich benefits package including Paid Time Off, Sick Pay, and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) - available to you after just one hour of work

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

+ FSA/HSA with Employer contribution

+ Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account (DCFSA)

+ Life Insurance is provided at no cost to you

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance

+ Voluntary Pre-Tax Benefits Options including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance

+ Voluntary After-Tax Benefits Options including Short-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Term-Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance

+ 401(k) program with an employer match of up to 4%, helping you grow your retirement savings faster

+ Employee Assistance Program - A free, confidential program offering mental and emotional well-being resources, legal services, financial wellness consultations, and more.

*Please note that some benefits are available only for employees working 60 hrs+/pp.

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 to celebrate you and your contributions

+ Excellent advancement opportunities, with over 20 unique departments for employment

Unbeatable Amenities For Staff

+ Enjoy the convenience of on-site amenities, including a store and pharmacy (https://www.countrystoreandpharmacy.me/), quick clinic (https://www.countrystoreandpharmacy.me/williams-integracare-clinic), deli-style café with seating (https://www.countrystoreandpharmacy.me/good-to-go), coffee shop with bakery outlet (https://www.countrystoreandpharmacy.me/cold-spring-bakery), gift shop, 24/7 market, full-service restaurant (https://www.drakesfinefoodandspirits.com/), and more - all with exclusive employee discounts!

+ Plus, take advantage of discounted child care at Kids Country (https://www.kidscountry.me/), our award-winning child care center, located right on-site at Country Manor Campus in Sartell. Available for children ages 6 weeks through 11 years old.

*Amenities vary by location

Discounts That Make A Difference:

+ Country Manor is proud to partner with dozens of local Central MN businesses to offer our employees a Corporate Perks Program (https://www.countrymanorcampus.org/corporate-perks) with discounts on shopping and restaurants, plus savings on services like gym memberships, haircuts, and more.

+ Further your education and receive 15% off tuition through our exclusive partnership with Rasmussen University.

+ Plus, enjoy access to thousands of discounts nationwide on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through TicketsAtWork (https://www.ticketsatwork.com/tickets/).

+ Competitive pay

+ Extended lunch breaks

+ No work on weekends or major holidays (major holidays are paid)

+ Robust benefits package (vacation and sick pay, medical/dental/vision & more)

+ 401k with employer match

+ Employee discount for Kids Country

+ Corporate perks card with discounts to local businesses

+ Convenient on-site amenities for staff to use (store, pharmacy, quick clinic & more)

+ Longevity bonuses

+ Tremendous growth potential, with the opportunity to gain experience and advance to Lead Teacher

The Full-Time Assistant Toddler Teacher are 8:15 am to 5:15 pm Monday - Friday.

The Part-Time Assistant Toddler Teacher hours will vary and can be flexible to work around college/different schedules.

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

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