Overview of Teacher Responsibilities:

  • Assures a safe, secure and nurturing environment for children within the program.
  • Uses and provides guidance for parents, children and staff on effective and developmentally appropriate discipline techniques.
  • Plans and implements developmentally appropriate learning environment and curriculum by combining activities that promote intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development in a manner that is appropriate for the children’s age and development.
  • Supports, encourages and advocates for families.
  • Welcomes parents and provides direction for activities.
  • Assures open communication with parents regarding child’s participation within the program.

(Full Position Description will be shared with applicants selected for in-person interviews; to request full description, call 507-316-0610.)

Position is 40 hours per week with excellent benefit package including health, dental, life and disability insurance; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); and 403(b) Retirement Plan with Agency match after one year.

Three Rivers Community Action, Inc. is a non-profit agency providing economic opportunities that strengthen individuals, families and communities in southeastern Minnesota.

All job offers are contingent on a reference check, as well as a Background Study and fingerprinting through the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). 

Qualifications:

  • REQUIRED: Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields; and/or volunteering in a school or licensed daycare with children under the age of 12
  • REQUIRED: High School Diploma (or GED equivalent) PLUS some college credits in any field; instead of some college credits, CDA (Child Development Associate) qualifications accepted, including if you are currently working towards this but have not finished it
  • Passionate about working with toddlers
  • Prefer bilingual skills (English/Spanish), but not required
  • Able to lift and/or carry 50 pounds from floor to shoulder height frequently; reach above shoulder level; bend/stoop; squat; crawl; climb; kneel; balance; push/pull; sit on the floor; and move quickly in the event of an emergency (Additional detail included with job description.)

Online application preferred: www.threeriverscap.org/about/jobs. However, a paper application form may be requested by calling 507-316-0610.

Three Rivers is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

 

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 507-322-3344
Email: jobs@threeriverscap.org

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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