2026 Parent Educator Temporary Position, 1.5 hours/week, Dates: 10/19/26-12/21/26

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetrista (MN); In loco; USD 18.000 - 24.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking a part-time ECFE-Parent Educator to lead parent discussion groups for families with children aged 18 to 23 months. The role requires delivering 1.5 hours of programming weekly from 10/19/26 to 12/21/26, with non-medical benefits, and adherence to district policies.

The position emphasizes building strong partnerships with parents, maintaining professional standards, and coordinating with ECFE staff.

Competenze

• Parent Educator license required.
• Current pediatric First Aid and CPR certification required.
• 1.5 hours per week commitment 10/19/26–12/21/26.

Mansioni

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to child development.
• Maintain group dynamics to create an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluate materials, keep records, and prepare progress reports.
• Identify children's needs and make referrals as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents via newsletters, calls, or emails.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to support students.
• Integrate technology into instruction where appropriate.
• Coordinate paraprofessionals and volunteers as needed.
• Respond to emergency situations and follow district policies.

Conoscenze

Lesson planning

Group facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Professional composure

Self-starter

Clear communication

Formazione

Parent Educator license

Strumenti

Computer literacy

Descrizione del lavoro

• Position Type: Community Education-Licensed Positions/Early Childhood (ECFE)-Parent Educator
• Date Posted: 10/12/2026
• Location: Minnetonka Community Education Center (MCEC)
• Date Available: 10/19/26
• Closing Date: Until Filled

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Assignment Details

The teacher will be responsible for leading parent discussion groups for parents of children 18 to 23 months of age.

The position will work 1.5 hours per week from dates 10/19/26-12/21/26 only.

License Required

Parent Educator, required

Current pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, required

Compensation

Click here to view the ECFE teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -g-, Schedule F.

This Position Is Not Medical nor Dental Benefit Eligible.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials with developmentally appropriate information for each age group.
2. Establishes and maintains high standards of group dynamics to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
3. Evaluates meaningfulness of presented materials to the group, keeps appropriate records in a timely fashion, and prepares progress reports or surveys as needed.
4. Assists in identifying children's needs and makes appropriate referrals as needed.
5. Maintains a professional day, as defined by building/and contract.
6. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, etc.
7. Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
8. Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
9. Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
10. Integration of technology into instruction.
11. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
6. May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
2. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
3. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
4. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
5. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
6. Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Hiring Administrators

Molly Bahneman, Coordinator of Minnetonka Preschool, ECFE and Jr Explorers