Head Teacher - Toddler Room (AA27076)

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Working Title:

Head Teacher - Toddler Room (AA27076)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, MankatoMSUAASF Range B

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$47,788.00 - $78,458.00

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on July 16, 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.

POSITION: Probationary; Range B*

Job Description

The person selected for this position will plan, implement, and supervise all classroom activities to promote the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, physical and language development of each child and assess the progress of the child in each domain. The person in this position will supervise and mentor student staff as well as students participating in laboratory experiences through university classes. The person in this position will participate in staff meetings and parent activities and work as a part of the center leadership team assisting the director in ensuring the coordination of all program activities. This person will maintain licensing, accreditation, and continuing education requirements. Attend staff development activities and attend planned evening sessions for staff, children and families.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood. Special Education, Child Development and Family Studies, or related field.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a formal preschool setting.

• Experience with the supervision of employees.

• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of start date.

Preferred Qualification 

• Current Minnesota License in Early Childhood (Pre-kindergarten) or Birth to grade 3 or Early Childhood Special Education License.

• Experience working in a university lab school setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge of child development for children birth to 5 years of age.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current child assessment practices.

• Experience with planning and implementing curriculum that meets the various needs of the group of children.

• Demonstrated experience with the development of appropriate behavior guidance techniques.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. If you need to submit more than five attachments, please contact us directly and we will assist with uploading the additional documents on your behalf.

• Cover Letter

• Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Contact Information for three (3) references

• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree

• A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred