Child Care Float Assistant/Paraprofessional

Lakeville-Area-Schools; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Personal time

Sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lakeville Area Schools is seeking a Child Care Float Assistant/Paraprofessional to support Pre-K to elementary students and those with disabilities. You will work with a supervisor to deliver engaging curricula and activities.

The position requires childcare experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and offers flexible hours 6:30 am–6:00 pm with a guaranteed 30 hours per week and potential for before/after school or all-day programs. Benefits apply to 30+ hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a HS diploma with AA degree or child-care experience.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Childcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists Instructors in preparing and implementing daily curriculum, recreational activities and day-to-day onsite operations.
• Provide prep and clean up of projects, snacks and activities.
• Communicate any issues to the instructor/supervisor.
• Provide support to children with disabilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Childcare experience

Education

High School diploma

AA Degree

Experience working with children

Job description

If you are looking to jump-start your career in child care, join Lakeville Area Schools as a Child Care Float Assistant/Paraprofessional for our programs! This position works directly with a supervisor to provide quality, engaging curriculum to Pre-K to elementary-aged students and students with disabilities. We are looking for individuals with strong communication and organizational skills. Childcare experience is required.

Job responsibilities:

• Assists Instructors in preparing and implementing daily curriculum, recreational activities and day-to-day onsite operations.
• Provide prep and clean up of projects, snacks and activities.
• Communicate any issues to the instructor/supervisor.
• Provide support to children with disabilities.

Pay and schedule:

• Competitive pay between $18.68 - $22.46 per hour as an Assistant and $19.89 - $24.19 per hour as a Para, based off experience.
• Flexible hours between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm (guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week).
• Possibility to work before school, after school, or all-day program.
• Participate in field trips on non-school days.

Benefits:

• Full benefits package, including health and dental insurance for employees working 30+ hours per week.
• Personal time, sick time and paid holidays.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age, High School diploma plus AA Degree or experience working with children in a childcare or school setting.
• Applicants should have strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• See job posting for additional qualifications.

If you would like to begin your career in child care, join our close knit community at Lakeville Area Schools. With opportunities for career advancement and our ability to offer innovative, quality programs for children, come see why Lakeville Area Schools is one of the most sought after districts for families and staff!