Creative Kids Academy Hiring for Early Childhood Teacher Full Time

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Creative Kids Academy is seeking aides, assistant teachers and lead teachers. As a teacher at CKA, you will work with an experienced team to create a classroom environment that promotes self-confidence, self-discovery, social skills, and excitement about learning. We are looking for educators who are positive, reliable, energetic, and creative.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a company you can grow with, we are the right fit for you!

Why Creative Kids Academy?

Creative Kids Academy is a privately-owned Early Childhood Education program with thirteen locations across the Twin Cities, serving children from six weeks to twelve years old. We are committed to fostering a fun, inclusive, engaging workplace which allows staff to thrive personally and professionally.

• Your well-being is our priority! We offer medical and dental insurance, paid time off and holidays, a generous childcare discount, and a 401K savings and investment plan.
• We are invested in your future! We offer mentorship and paid training and professional development. We pride ourselves on promoting from within so there are plenty of opportunities for advancement.
• We value work-life balance! We have a unique leadership support structure that ensures our staff and leaders get the support they need to succeed. CKA provides dedicated paid wellness days for staff to focus on their health.
• We appreciate and recognize the commitment of our teachers! All employees are eligible for annual raises and retention bonuses. We have weekly, quarterly, and yearly recognition programs.

Responsibilities:

· Uphold all current standards and policies for licensing, NAEYC, and Parent Aware

· Plan and implement a curriculum which reflects Creative Kids Academy’s philosophy, goals, and objectives for children

· Foster the emotional, social and academic growth of the children served

· Cultivate positive relationships with fellow staff, families and children served

· Follow and enforce health and safety standards

· Participate in required trainings and maintain current certificates as required by licensing

Qualifications:

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· High School diploma or equivalent

Benefits:

• Generous childcare discount
• Work-life balance
• Medical & dental insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid wellness days
• 401K savings and investment plan
• Referral program
• Bonus, reward and recognition programs
• Annual bonuses and raises
• No nights or weekends
• Growth and career advancement opportunities

CKA Locations: Anoka, Apple Valley, Centerville, Coon Rapids, Elk River, Lexington (Circle Pines), Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Mounds View, Orono, and Zimmerman.

Please visit our website to learn more about our program: www. ckakids.com. You can apply directly on our website, or send resumes and questions to hr @ ckakids. com. Come join the Creative Kids Academy community today!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any college credits?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location