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Full-Time Pre-K Assistant- Eagan, MN

CompanyLake Area Discovery Center
LocationEagan
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 23, 2026
About The Company
Lake Area Discovery Center is a non-profit, Christian-based Early Childhood program that partners with churches. The program is currently partnered with five churches and has 480 children enrolled.
About the Role

Description

Full-Time Pre-K Assistant Teacher – Eagan, MN
$18.00–$22.00/hour | Afternoon Schedule | Paid Holidays & PTO

Looking for a rewarding full-time afternoon position working with young children? Lake Area Discovery Center is hiring a Pre-K Assistant Teacher at Faithful Shepherd's Discovery Center in Eagan, MN.

This position works alongside our Lead Teacher and teaching team to support Pre-K students during the afternoon portion of their school day. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is looking for consistent part-time, weekday afternoon hours in a supportive early childhood education environment.

What You'll Do

  • Assist the Lead Teacher with the daily Pre-K classroom routine
  • Engage with children during learning activities, centers, outdoor play, and transitions
  • Support a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
  • Assist with afternoon activities and end-of-day routines
  • Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom
  • Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers, assistants, and on-site staff
  • Follow LADC policies and Minnesota childcare licensing requirements

Qualifications

  • Experience working with preschool or Pre-K children is preferred
  • Early Childhood Education coursework or experience is a plus
  • Dependable, positive, and comfortable working as part of a teaching team
  • Must meet applicable Minnesota childcare licensing requirements

Compensation & Benefits

  • $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on education and experience
  • Full-time, year-round (12-month) position
  • 64 hours PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid In-Service/Non-Student Days
  • $500 Continuing Education Benefit
  • Professional development and opportunities for growth within LADC

About Lake Area Discovery Center

Lake Area Discovery Center has been serving Twin Cities families since 1999 and partners with churches and schools throughout the metro to provide high-quality early childhood education for children from infancy through Pre-K.

LADC is a NAEYC Nationally Accredited and 4-Star Parent Aware-rated program committed to providing rich learning and faith formation experiences for young children.

Join our Faithful Shepherd teaching team and make your afternoons matter! Apply today!

Key Skills
Early Childhood EducationClassroom ManagementChild DevelopmentCollaborationSafety ComplianceLesson Support
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffPaid In-Service DaysContinuing Education BenefitProfessional Development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Pre-K Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in managing daily classroom routines and engaging children in learning activities. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and nurturing environment while following licensing requirements.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$18 - $22
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
62
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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