About the role
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<div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div>
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<li>Yearly retention bonuses</li>
<li>Gym discount</li>
<li>Annual beauty stipend</li>
<li>Annual clothing stipend</li>
<li>Annual Health Stipend</li>
<li>Retirement Plan with match</li>
<li>Life insurance</li>
<li>Paid Holiday</li>
<li>Bonus based on performance</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Employee discounts</li>
<li>Free food & snacks</li>
<li>Free uniforms</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Training & development</li>
<li>Wellness resources</li>
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<strong><br>This is a leadership role for reliable, professional teachers who take pride in running a structured classroom.<br></strong><br>We are selective—because consistency, accountability, and engagement matter in our program.<br><br>If you’re looking for an easy or low-expectation environment, this is not the right fit. </div><div><br></div><h1><strong>The Opportunity</strong></h1><div>
<br>We are currently hiring full-time Lead Teachers for:</div><ul>
<li>PreK (up to 20 students, 2 staff)</li>
<li>Wobbler (young toddler classroom, up to 14 students, 2 staff)</li>
<li>Float Teacher (supporting classrooms with leadership and consistency)</li>
</ul><div>You will be trusted to <strong>run your classroom with structure, intention, and professionalism</strong>—while being supported by systems that set you up for success.<br><br>
</div><div><br></div><h1><strong>What Makes Early Advantage Different</strong></h1><div><br></div><div>We don’t just expect great teaching—we <strong>support it.<br></strong><br>
</div><div><strong>You’re Not Doing This Alone</strong></div><ul>
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<strong>Full-time Behavioral Support Specialist</strong><ul>
<li>Helps create and implement behavior plans</li>
<li>Supports referrals for additional services</li>
<li>Works directly with teachers <em>and</em> families for consistency</li>
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<strong>On-site confidential mental health consultation</strong> available for staff support<br><br>
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</ul><div><strong>Curriculum That Actually Helps You Teach</strong></div><ul>
<li>We use <strong>Frog Street Curriculum</strong>—a favorite among our teachers</li>
<li><strong>Engaging, structured, and easy to implement</strong></li>
<li>Pre-built materials so you’re not reinventing the wheel</li>
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<strong>Smartboards in classrooms</strong> to enhance lessons with songs, videos, and interactive learning</li>
</ul><div> You can focus on teaching—not scrambling to create everything from scratch.<br><br><br>
</div><div><strong>Built for Growth (Not Burnout)</strong></div><ul>
<li><strong>Dedicated classroom office space</strong></li>
<li>Weekly planning time (minimum 1 hour) + additional time during key seasons</li>
<li><strong>2+ hours/month paid professional development</strong></li>
<li><strong>Parent Aware coaching (Preschool & PreK)</strong></li>
<li>Ongoing <strong>Conscious Discipline training and support<br></strong><br>
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</ul><div><strong>A True Team Environment</strong></div><ul>
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<strong>Specials led by other educators</strong> (Soccer Shots, SMART, Second Step, etc.)<br>→ Gives you time to observe, learn, and reset</li>
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<strong>Additional cleaning support<br></strong>→ So you can focus on children, not just tasks</li>
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<strong>Strong family partnerships<br></strong>→ Engaged, supportive parents who value what you do</li>
<li>Meaningful family events where your work is celebrated<br><br>
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</ul><div><strong>A Program Built on Relationships</strong></div><ul>
<li>We partner with <strong>incredible, engaged families</strong> who value what we do</li>
<li>We host events where families join us in the classroom and celebrate learning</li>
<li>You’ll have meaningful, positive parent interactions—not just quick handoffs<br><br>
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<strong>Early Advantage is a school family—not just a childcare center.</strong><br>If that kind of environment matters to you, you’ll feel it here.<br><br>
</div><div><br></div><h1><strong>What This Role Actually Looks Like</strong></h1><ul>
<li>Lead your classroom with <strong>structure, consistency, and intention</strong>
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<li>Plan and implement <strong>developmentally appropriate curriculum</strong>
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<li>Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team</li>
<li>Maintain <strong>high standards for safety, supervision, and organization</strong>
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<li>Track and assess development and communicate with families</li>
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<strong>Mentor and lead your classroom team<br></strong><br>
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</ul><div>This is a <strong>hands-on leadership role</strong>—you are actively engaged and setting the tone every day.<br><br>
</div><div><br></div><h1><strong>Who Thrives Here</strong></h1><div><br></div><div>You will succeed here if you are:</div><ul>
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<strong>Reliable</strong> – You show up, on time, consistently</li>
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<strong>Hard-working</strong> – You take initiative without being asked</li>
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<strong>Accountable</strong> – You take ownership of your classroom</li>
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<strong>Growth-minded</strong> – You want feedback and use it</li>
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<strong>Caring & intentional</strong> – You build real connections</li>
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<strong>Professional</strong> – In attitude, communication, and behavior<br><br>
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</ul><h1><strong>This Is NOT for You If…</strong></h1><ul>
<li>You struggle with <strong>attendance or consistency</strong>
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<li>You want a <strong>low-expectation or “easy” environment</strong>
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<li>You avoid feedback or resist growth</li>
<li>You are not comfortable <strong>leading a team or being held accountable</strong>
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<li>You are disengaged in the classroom</li>
<li>You bring <strong>negativity, gossip, or lack of professionalism<br></strong><br>
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</ul><h1><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></h1><div><br></div><ul><li>Starting at <strong>$20+/hour</strong> (based on experience & education)</li></ul><div><strong>Plus a strong benefits package:</strong></div><ul>
<li>Paid Holidays (up to 7/year)</li>
<li>PTO (up to 12 days/year)</li>
<li>Paid training + 200+ free courses (CCEI)</li>
<li>Health, dental, vision, life & more (with employer contribution)</li>
<li>Retirement plan with up to 3% match</li>
<li>Childcare discount</li>
<li>Financial wellness program (SmartDollar)</li>
<li>Annual stipends: Clothing, Health, Beauty ($100 each)</li>
<li>Gym discount (Anytime Fitness Byron)</li>
<li>RETAIN bonuses</li>
<li>Uniforms provided</li>
<li>Long-term travel benefit (5-year milestone)<br><br>
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</ul><h1><strong>Growth Opportunities</strong></h1><div><br></div><div>We actively promote from within:</div><ul>
<li>Mentor Teacher</li>
<li>Department Lead</li>
<li>Administrative roles (when available)<br><br>
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</ul><div>If you show up, grow, and lead well—there is opportunity here.<br><br>
</div><h1><strong>Qualifications</strong></h1><ul>
<li>Meet <strong>Minnesota Lead Teacher requirements</strong>
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<li>Classroom experience preferred</li>
<li>Strong understanding (or willingness to learn) child development + curriculum</li>
<li>Ability to lead, communicate clearly, and manage a structured classroom<br><br>
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</ul><h1><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong></h1><div><br></div><div>If you’re thinking:<br><strong>“This is the kind of program I want to be part of—and I can meet that standard.”<br></strong><br>
</div><div>👉 Apply here:<a href="https://www.earlyadvantagedcc.com/"> https://www.earlyadvantagedcc.com/<br></a><br>
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<strong><br>To be considered, include a short response:<br></strong>👉 <em>What does a well-run classroom look like to you?<br></em><br>
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<strong><br>We are selective because our standards matter—<br></strong>to our children, our families, and our team.<br><br>
</div><div>If you’re ready to lead, grow, and make a real impact<strong>—we want to meet you.</strong>
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