Child Care Aide: Weekly Pay & Growth Opportunities

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC); Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on childcare

Free uniforms

Uniform cleaning

Job summary

Playworks is seeking a Teacher's Aide to support Educare classrooms at SMSC, contributing to the growth and wellbeing of every child. You will assist with developmentally appropriate curriculum under supervision and help maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication with families, and caring for children. SMSC offers weekly pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pass background check, physical, and drug test.
• Ability to move in various motions including bending, squatting, crawling, kneeling, twisting, pulling, and/or pushing.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Full-time/part-time status not specified; able to work on feet 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Supervises children while providing care and support; promotes positive child interactions.
• Assists teachers with prepping and implementing the planned curriculum; ensures classroom environment is appropriate.
• Records information on department sheets and communicates with families, keeping confidentiality.
• Recognizes injuries/incidents and completes forms; communicates with families and Supervisor.
• Maintains safety, cleanliness and order in the classroom; sanitizes equipment regularly.
• Assists in evacuation and emergency procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication with families

Patience with children

Job description

Playworks is seeking a Teacher's Aide to support Educare classrooms at SMSC, contributing to the growth and wellbeing of every child. You will assist with developmentally appropriate curriculum under supervision and help maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication with families, and caring for children. SMSC offers weekly pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.