Early Childcare Staff - Hugo

Job DetailsJob Location: Hugo, MN 55038Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HourlyJoin Our Team at New Creations Child Care in Hugo! Love Working with Children? Turn Your Passion into a Rewarding Career! At New Creations Child Care, we're looking for caring, energetic, and dedicated teachers who are passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive. As a faith-based childcare center, we provide a loving, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually through kindness, respect, and Christian values. Whether you're an experienced educator or just beginning your childcare career, we'd love to meet you! Competitive Pay (Based on Experience) Childcare Aides: $15–$16/hour Assistant Teachers: $17–$18/hour Lead Teachers: $19–$21/hour Amazing Benefits You'll Love At New Creations, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of our children. Wellness Days Program Accrue PTO starting day one Up to 75% Off Child Care for staff families Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Company-Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays Paid Training & Professional Development Employee Referral Bonuses Bonusly rewards Fun Staff Events, Team Activities & More What You'll Do As part of our teaching team, you will: Implement our fully accredited weekly curriculum. Help create a fun, engaging, and nurturing classroom. Work alongside your team to maintain a clean, safe learning environment. Build strong relationships with children and their families. Communicate daily with parents about their child's progress and classroom activities. Complete child assessments and hold parent conferences twice each year. Engage in play-based learning and meaningful interactions with children. Support each child's health, happiness, confidence, and overall well-being. Help foster a classroom environment that reflects our Christian values of love, kindness, compassion, and respect. Assist with additional classroom responsibilities as needed. Why You'll Love Working at New Creations A Fun Place to Work We believe work should be enjoyable! From staff appreciation events and team lunches to coffee, celebrations, and community activities, we create a positive workplace where employees feel valued. Make a Difference Every Day Few careers are as rewarding as helping children learn, grow, and discover the world around them. You'll have the opportunity to positively impact young lives while working in one of Minnesota's highest-quality childcare programs. Build Lasting Relationships Become an important part of children's lives while developing meaningful connections with families and supportive coworkers. Join a Team That Feels Like Family We work together, encourage one another, and celebrate each other's successes. You'll be surrounded by friendly teammates who genuinely care. Now Hiring Full-Time & Part-Time Positions If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a lifelong impact, grow professionally, and have fun doing it, New Creations is the place for you! Apply today- we can't wait to meet you and welcome you to our team!   #NCHP QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: We are looking for individuals who are caring, dependable, and passionate about working with young children. Preferred Qualifications: Previous childcare experience, preferably in a licensed childcare center. For Teacher and Assistant Teacher positions, candidates must meet the education and experience requirements established by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). Demonstrates the qualities we value at New Creations, including reliability, flexibility, professionalism, responsibility, and serving as a positive role model for children. Must successfully pass all required Minnesota DHS background studies, including fingerprinting, and meet all eligibility requirements for employment in a licensed child care center. Obtain Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of employment. Complete SUIDS (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome) and AHT (Abusive Head Trauma) training on the first day of employment. Physical & Environmental Requirements With or without reasonable accommodation, this position requires the ability to: Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and sit on the floor or low children's furniture for extended periods. Lift, carry, and assist children throughout the day, particularly in infant and toddler classrooms. Move classroom equipment such as tables, chairs, cots, and learning materials. Push strollers or multi-child buggies during outdoor walks and activities. Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions year-round. Perform diapering, toileting, and other caregiving responsibilities, including occasional exposure to bodily fluids. Work in an active environment with frequent noise from children playing, learning, and interacting. Position Details Job Type: Full-Time (Part-Time opportunities may also be available) Schedule: Monday–Friday 9-hour shifts with one hour break  No evenings No weekends Paid holidays Experience: Childcare: 1 year preferred (but not required for all positions) Work Location: In person – Hugo, MN