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Early Childhood Educator- Lead

Lightbridge Academy
Prior Lake, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2027

Job description:

If you have a love for children and enjoy fostering their “a-ha” moments… join our team! We are seeking enthusiastic and happy teachers with a love for children and a desire to make a positive difference every day. As a Lightbridge teacher your days will be filled with laughter, learning and hugs! Our nurturing culture isn’t only for children; it’s for everyone in our Circle of Care.

When you join the Lightbridge Academy family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners, who are passionate about children and families… just like you are. You will quickly realize that we are more than just a daycare. We are a place where memories are made. Our teachers get to impact the lives of infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-k children while earning the title of early childhood experts!

As a Lightbridge teacher, you will:

  • Make children smile through hands-on fun and silliness.
  • Create memories that children will cherish and take with them when they graduate.
  • Offer support to parents through daily interactions and communication.
  • Share with your co-workers the joys of creating a-ha moments with children.
  • Build a team atmosphere within your classroom.
  • Fulfill your career dreams, while nurturing little future leaders

Does this describe you?

  • You love to have fun and be fun.
  • You smile until your cheeks hurt.
  • Have an “I’ve got this” attitude.
  • You are flexible and able to multi-task.
  • You make learning fun.

Benefits of joining our team: *

  • Flexible schedules, with no nights, weekends, or holidays!
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible pay options to meet your needs
  • Career advancement and paid training! We’ll even pay for your CDA!
  • Full health benefits including Vision, Dental & Life insurance
  • 401K future savings plan with company match
  • Exclusive discounts on everyday purchases, like cell phone bills
  • Employee mentoring including hands-on training and support
  • Spend time outdoors playing with children
  • Safe and healthy center environment with our advanced air purification system

If it does, apply now to join our team!*Lightbridge Academy centers are independently owned and operated and actual benefits may vary by location. Each location owner is responsible for the staffing and management of their center location(s) and team members. All questions should be directed to the specific center location owner.

IND-CC-PriorLake

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Early Childhood: 3 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Prior Lake, MN 55372 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22

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