Working at Early Childhood Development, you'll be a vital part of building the foundation for our Leech Lake Nation. Please take time to review current employment opportunities and resources available. Early Childhood Development Department is a part of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Education Division. These department consists of the Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Care Services, SNAPED, and MNTRECC programs. This page consists of job vacancies within these programs.
For a complete and up-to-date information please visit the LLBO Employment website or contact Human Resources at 218.335.8200
Employment Opportunities
EHS & HS Jobs
[List as of 3/24/2025]
- Pre School Teacher (Cass Lake) ~ Education ~ $18.61/hr ~ Job Code: 24-217
BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Responsible for helping to ensure that the classroom contribute to the growth and development of each child.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required. Enroll in and attain a Pre-School CDA within first year of employment.
Duties/Responsibilities: Engage in on-going program assessment and monitoring to ensure quality services are being provide. Provide and deliver developmentally, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, mathematics, social and emotional functioning, approaches to learning, science, physical skills and creative arts. Promote EHS School Readiness Goals in lesson plans and daily activities. - Infant Toddler Teacher (Ball Club) ~ Education ~ $18.61/hr ~ Job Code: 24-218
BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Responsible for helping to ensure that the classroom contribute to the growth and development of each child.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required. Enroll in and attain a Pre-School CDA within first year of employment.
Duties/Responsibilities: Engage in on-going program assessment and monitoring to ensure quality services are being provide. Provide and deliver developmentally, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, mathematics, social and emotional functioning, approaches to learning, science, physical skills and creative arts. Promote EHS School Readiness Goals in lesson plans and daily activities. - Infant Toddler Teacher (Ongium) (3) ~ Education ~ $18.61/hr ~ Job Code: 24-219
BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Responsible for helping to ensure that the classroom contribute to the growth and development of each child.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required. Enroll in and attain a Pre-School CDA within first year of employment.
Duties/Responsibilities: Engage in on-going program assessment and monitoring to ensure quality services are being provide. Provide and deliver developmentally, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, mathematics, social and emotional functioning, approaches to learning, science, physical skills and creative arts. Promote EHS School Readiness Goals in lesson plans and daily activities.
SNAP-ED Jobs
[List as of 7/23/2025]
Child Care Services Jobs
[List as of 10/02/2025]
School Age Center Team Leader (2) ~ Education ~ D.O.Q ~ Job Code: 25-136
VALID CLASS D DRIVER’S LICENSE, SIGNED MVR FORM AND BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Provides oversight to the daily operations of the School Age Center and the youth development staff. Responsible for ensuring that all daily activities are culturally relevant and provide a high-quality educational experience. In a team environment, plans, organizes, implements programs and activities that support youth development outcomes that include arts, language and culture, technology, education, fitness, health, leadership, and service.
Education/Experience: A.A. in Child Development, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Physical Education, Recreation, Child Psychology, Sociology, or Early Childhood Education, and a minimum of one year of experience working with school-age children in a center setting preferred. If no equivalent education, must have a minimum of three years working in a school-age setting and at least six months of administrative experience or evidence of satisfactory completion of 9 credits in management or administration subject areas from an accredited institution of Higher education. Demonstrated experience in staff supervision. Demonstrated leadership skills and experience.
Duties/Responsibilities: Supervise, train, evaluate and provide general guidance to the Receptionist and Team Leaders. Directs and promotes team cooperation in implementing the LLBO policies, Center Policies, the Leech Lake Child Care Licensing Requirements, and the Early Childhood Policies and Procedures. Oversee and ensure all requirements are met for the family enrollment.
Family Engagement & Enrollment Coordinator ~ Education ~ D.O.Q ~ Job Code: 25-171
VALID CLASS D DRIVER’S LICENSE, SIGNED MVR FORM AND BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Responsible for implementing the recruitment, eligibility, selection and enrollment process in accordance with the
existing Maajiigin Program Policies. Responsible for providing support for families in regards to family goal setting and
attendance issues by building positive relationships and promoting family engagement. This position develops family
engagement activities and works as a part of a team with other program staff to carry out program plans.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required. Minimum of two years’
experience working with families and within the community. Administrative experience necessary.
Duties/Responsibilities: Call each Maajiigan family when child’s attendance starts to fail. Enter the attendance into Child
Plus and utilize data to identify children who are at risk for missing 10% or programming days. Assist in planning and attend
family engagement events and activities. Assist in recruitment efforts and follow-up on missing documents.
Senior Maintenance /Safety Technician (Miziwegen) ~ Education ~ D.O.Q ~ Job Code: 25-180
VALID CLASS D DRIVER’S LICENSE, SIGNED MVR FORM AND BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean and safe environment within the Miziwegin facilities and Megkwayaak trail grounds. Coordinate the maintenance and servicing of HVAC units in the Miziwegin facility centers.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required. Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
Duties/Responsibilities: Become knowledgeable of the Leech Lake Child Care Center Licensing Requirements as they relate to the position. Monitor the daily operations and ensure all duties are being accomplished. Maintain an inventory system of supplies and equipment. Oversee and ensure the vehicles and equipment for the program. Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings as required. Assist the program in completing special projects and other duties as assigned
Receptionist (School Age Center)~ Education ~ D.O.Q ~ Job Code: 25-181 FT/PT School Year – 2:00pm-6:00pm Summer 7:30am-5:00pm
VALID CLASS D DRIVER’S LICENSE, SIGNED MVR FORM AND BCA REQUIRED
Summary: Ensure access to the public through incoming telephone calls and the front door. Responsible for displaying a responsive and professional manner while receiving requests and routing to appropriate persons.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required.
Duties/Responsibilities: Use Anishinaabe principles to guide decisions in all aspects of programming. Treat children, families, co-workers, and the public in a respectful and courteous manner at all times. Support the development of programming that leads to a deep knowledge of Ojibwemowin and cultural teachings. Maintain the confidentiality of our children, families, and colleagues at all times. Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings as required. Will set Ojibwe language goals and create a language plan to reach those goals.
Youth Assistant (School Age Center)~ Education ~ D.O.Q ~ Job Code: 25-183 School Year (PT) – 2:00pm-6:00pm Summer (FT) 7:30am-5:00pm
BCA REQUIRED
Summary: School Age Youth Assistant assists with oversight to the daily operations of the classroom. He/She will help to ensure that all daily activities that are culturally relevant and a high-quality educational experience. In a team environment, plans, organizes, implements activities that support youth development outcomes that include arts, language and culture, technology, education, fitness, health, leadership and service.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) is required and a minimum of one year of experience working with school-age children in a center setting preferred. Demonstrated experience in Youth supervision. Demonstrated leadership skills and experience.
Duties/Responsibilities: Create space for speaking and learning Ojibwe with increasing frequency and skill. Maintain positive work atmosphere by modeling and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with children, families, co-workers, and community members. Directs and promotes team cooperation in implementing the LLBO policies, Center Policies, the Leech Lake Child Care Licensing Requirements, and the Early Childhood Policies and Procedures. Assist with program planning and ensure that the daily, monthly reports required by the staff are completed and submitted by the due date. Attend and or conduct all mandatory meetings and trainings as required
MNTRECC Jobs
- No Vacancies [1/7/2025]
Professional Development
The orientation training will include information about:
- The center’s mission
- The child care program policies and procedures
- Procedures for maintaining health and safety
- Procedures for handling emergencies and accidents
- The behavior guidance standards
- Mandated reporting responsibilities
- Specific job responsibilities
Health & Safety Certifications
The director, and all staff employed in the program, will be expected to obtain the following training within 90 days of employment and will be re-certified every 2 years to be in compliance with the licensing requirements.
- Adult & Infant CPR
- First Aid
- Basic Nutrition
- Sanitation & Infection Control
- Mandated Reporting
- Fire Safety and Fire Extinguisher Use
- Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Child care Seat Safety
Additional Training
In addition to new staff orientation and health and safety trainings, all employees with direct contact with children are required to obtain a minimum of 16 additional training hours following an annual in-service training plan.
For more information on training, please check out our policies & regulations link.
The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is nationally recognized and awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition which is based in Washington DC. It offers essential knowledge about working with children and helping them reach their full potential. A CDA is often a first step into a career teaching and caring for young children. CDAs are available in Preschool, Infant/Toddler, Family Child Care and Home Visitor specialty areas.
According to the National Head Start Performance Standards (Section 648A), Teachers in Center Based programs must:
- Have at least a Child Development Associate Credential, or
- Be enrolled in a Child Development Associate Credential program that will be completed within 1 year
The Leech Lake Early Childhood program supports the opportunity for staff to obtain their Child Development Associate Credential through annual cohorts that begin in October, January, and April. Each CDA candidate will receive 8 Care Course books, which are specific to their age group, and 1 CDA Competency Standards You will also be required to prepare a professional portfolio, schedule a verification visit, and take a computerized CDA exam to complete your CDA.
Child Development Association Certification (CDA)
- General support for the following sources:
Early Childhood Development Program
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- Purchase of CDA textbooks
- $100 Stipend to student once CDA certification is received
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act
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- CDA Application Fee
- $100 Stipend to student after each 2 assignments completed
- Associate Degree Program Support:
Early Childhood Development Program
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- 5% of student tuition, books, and fees through TEACH Scholarship
- $150 stipend to student once associate degree is obtained.
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act
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- 10% of student tuition books, and fees through TEACH Scholarship.
- $150 stipend to student after each completed semester or quarter.
- Bachelor Degree Program Support:
Early Childhood Development Program
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- 5% of student tuition, books, and fees through TEACH Scholarship
- $200 stipend to student once associate degree is obtained.
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act
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- 10% of student tuition books, and fees through TEACH Scholarship.
- $200 stipend to student after each completed semester or quarter.
We provide support and guide staff who want to further their education in the early childhood development field. Online degrees are being offered through the Leech Lake Tribal College, Rasmussen College, and Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU). There are also grants and scholarships available for financial assistance through ChildCare Aware of Minnesota.
For more information on our Educational Opportunity Policy, please check out our Policies & Regulations on the Head Start program page.
- Rasmussen College
- ECD Degree Path – Offers Associate and Bachelor
- Timeframe = 12 to 24 months depending on degree, ambition and current classes that transfer
- Accelerated Bachelors
- Flex Classes – Faculty Instructed or On Own
- On own = no cost
- Based on quarters and mainly 4 credit courses
- CDA applies to 3 courses
- Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU)
- Bachelor only – Must have AA from another college
- Articulation Agreement with Leech Lake Tribal College
- Timeframe = approximately 2 years depending on ambition and current classes that transfer
- E.A.C.H. Scholarships
- This is a scholarship program that helps early childhood and school-age care providers increase their levels of education, compensation, and commitment to the field by earning college credits and degrees.
- Staff enrolled in an early education degree program must apply
- Family child care providers, center-based staff, or school-age care staff can receive funding to take credits toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education at an accredited Minnesota college or university. T.E.A.C.H. Scholarships cover 85% of the cost of tuition and books for up to 18 credits per year. Recipients also receive a travel stipend and release time. Upon successful completion of nine or more credits, recipients may receive a $250 bonus. Scholarship recipients commit to remaining at their place of employment for at least one year after their scholarship end date.
Career Pathways is a program operated under the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Program (WIOA). Members of a Federally Recognized Tribe, who are participating in a higher education certificate or degree program, are eligible to receive incentives to assist them in continuing on their career path. Leech Lake Early Childhood is working in collaboration with the WIOA program to provide a combination of incentives for student employees. Following are the ECD and WIOA incentives offered.
Southwest Minnesota State University is a public university in Marshall, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The university has an enrollment of approximately 8,700 students and employs 148 faculty members.
Rasmussen University is a private for-profit university with multiple locations throughout the United States. It offers associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees as well as certificates and diplomas in career-focused areas at 20 campuses in Minnesota, Illinois, North Dakota, Florida, Wisconsin, and Kansas with many programs offered online.
Presently, the school has more than 100,000 graduates.
Leech Lake Tribal College is a public tribal land-grant community college in Cass Lake, Minnesota. It was established in 1990 and designated a land-grant college in 1994. The college includes approximately 70 faculty, staff, administrators, and 250 students.
Eager-to-Learn is the innovative, community based, e-learning program of Child Care Aware of Minnesota. online courses are designed to provide quality, accessible, educational opportunities for people who care for children. A leader in the field, Eager-to-Learn is built upon several decades of research supporting the effectiveness and universal reach of the online learning model. Making the most of the ways technology brings us together, the program never strays from the timeless ideals of the classroom, including community building and communication. Our thriving group of trained professionals offer courses covering a wide range of topics which focus on children from birth to age 12.
An online platform for professional development for child care providers, child care centers, school staff, organizations, course writers, trainers, and much more.
Achieve Team proudly provides a comprehensive approach to career development, promotes members’ professional growth, and contributes to workforce data and research.
Statewide early childhood leader driving change through partnerships to build an equitable, high-quality early care and education system that meets the needs of Minnesota’s families and children.
