2026-27 Childcare Wrkr-Disc Club-12mo

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools is seeking a part-time Discovery Club staff member to supervise and support school-aged children in after-school programming. You will plan activities, supervise indoor and outdoor play, ensure safety, and build positive relationships with families and participants.

The role requires maturity, reliable attendance, and the ability to work after school and during non-school days. Training hours are provided to support ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must meet the State Department of Human Services requirements for Assistant Child Care.
• Minimum age 18; High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year experience working with school-aged children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently implement enrichment and recreational activities for groups of up to 15 children.
• Actively supervise youth activities, enforce district policies and promote respectful behavior.
• Develop supportive relationships with Discovery Club participants and families.
• Document incidents and accidents; maintain safety procedures and logs.
• Greet and welcome youth and families; work cooperatively with staff.
• Attend required training hours annually.

Skills

Active supervision

Communication skills

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Discovery Club is a Saint Paul Public Schools program providing out-of-school time child-care in a safe, fun, caring environment that supports children\'s learning and development. Child Care Workers are responsible for building relationships with, actively engaging with, and the general supervision and management of groups of up to 15 students independently.

General Information

Discovery Club is a Saint Paul Public Schools program providing out-of-school time child-care in a safe, fun, caring environment that supports children\'s learning and development. Child Care Workers are responsible for building relationships with, actively engaging with, and the general supervision and management of groups of up to 15 students independently.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Discovery Club Supervisor and Program Managers; work direction provided by Site Supervisor and Group Leaders.

Responsibilities

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

Activity Planning and Guidance

• Independently implement appropriate enrichment and recreational activities planned by Site Supervisors and Group Leaders for a group of up to 15 children and/or jointly responsible for leading and managing larger groups in cooperation with other staff.
• Actively supervise youth activities, promote respect, explain social norms and disciplinary consequences, and enforce District policies and rules of conduct.
• Guide and model social skills, personal responsibility, problem solving, respect, and related skills.
• Participate with children in active indoor and outdoor recreational activities including swimming and walking.

Childcare Support

• Adapt activities to meet the needs of youth.
• Carry out appropriate health and safety procedures.
• Provide appropriate behavior guidance and disciplinary action as needed.
• Follow child accountability and supervision of children procedures.
• Develop supportive relationships with Discovery Club participants and families.

Documentation and Administration

• Document child incidents and accidents as needed.
• Understands, follows and enforces program procedures; (e.g., fire and tornado logs, accident and separation reports,).
• Maintain the child care center and ensure that it meets Department of Human Services standards; contact Site Supervisor when supplies and/or equipment is needed.
• Participates in staff development and completes the required number of training hours annually.

Discovery Club Liaison

• Greet and welcome youth, families, and community into the program.
• Practice effective teamwork; work cooperatively and collaboratively with co‑workers and school staff.
• Build community and establish a welcoming, engaging, respectful, cooperative environment.
• Report to work on time for each shift. Maintain an accurate time card and sign‑in/out sheet.

Knowledge, Skill And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures for young children.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to implement appropriate program experiences by carrying out provided activity plans.
• Ability to actively supervise and participate with children in all activities.
• Ability to be solely responsible for a group of up to 15 children.
• Ability to use positive methods of behavior guidance.
• Ability to make decisions with minimum assistance.
• Ability to ride a school bus to accompany children on field trips.
• Ability to walk two miles on uneven terrain, lift 20 pounds, and accompany children in the water on swimming field trips.
• Ability to work effectively with children and their parents/guardians who represent a wide range of social, economic, racial, and ethnic groups and level of ability.
• Ability to be flexible and work cooperatively with co‑workers and school staff.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to work before or after school, on non‑school days, and during the summer.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the State Department of Human Services requirements for Assistant Child Care. The minimum age requirement is 18. High School Diploma or GED required.

Referred Qualification

One Year Experience Working With School‑aged Children Preferred

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

This is a 12 month position at 10‑20 hours per week. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Equity Statement

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.