Child Care Program Leader

Saint Paul Public Schools

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 32,015 - 45,901

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools is seeking a Child Care Program Leader for its Discovery Club, an out-of-school program for children ages 4-12. The role involves leading groups of students, creating engaging lesson plans, and teaching essential social skills.

Qualified candidates must have relevant education and experience with children, including options like an Associate’s degree or higher, alongside required hours of supervised work. Benefits include a salary range of $23.24 – $33.32 per hour and a full-time position during the school year and summer.

Qualifications

Must meet specified education and experience criteria with children.
Experience with social skills and behavior guidance is essential.
First Aid/CPR certification is preferred or required within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

Lead a group of up to 15 students effectively.
Create weekly lesson plans to support students' learning.
Provide guidance on behavior and take disciplinary action as required.
Develop supportive relationships with students.
Teach social skills, personal responsibility, and problem-solving.

Skills

Experience working with children

Understanding of child development

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

Associate’s degree in child development or a related field + 1,040 hours supervised work experience

Two years of full-time post-secondary education + 1,040 hours supervised work experience

Bachelor’s degree + 1,040 hours supervised work experience

Bachelor’s degree with an elementary teaching license or completed student teaching

Job description

Discovery Club is Saint Paul Public Schools’ out-of-school time program, providing a safe, fun, and caring environment for children ages 4–12. The program supports students’ development through enriching and engaging experiences that extend learning beyond the school day. Child Care Program Leaders independently plan and implement appropriate enrichment and recreational activities for students in our before and after school program. St. Paul Public Schools provides students and staff with the resources and opportunities to grow together.

Your Role Will Include:

Being solely responsible for leading a group of up to 15 students, and/or jointly responsible for leading larger groups in conjunction with other Discovery Club staff.
Creating weekly lesson plans that support the learning and development of all students.
Providing appropriate behavior guidance for their group of students and taking appropriate disciplinary action as needed.
Developing long-term supportive relationships with Discovery Club participants; assisting students in developing homework skills.
Teaching and modeling social skills, personal responsibility, problem‑solving, respect, and related skills.
Carrying out appropriate health and safety procedures and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Qualifications:

Must meet one of the following combinations of education and experience:

Associate’s degree or vocational certification in child development or a related field + 1,040 hours supervised work experience with children.
Two years of full-time post-secondary education or equivalent + 1,040 hours supervised work experience with children.
Bachelor’s degree in any field + 1,040 hours supervised work experience with children.
Bachelor’s degree with an elementary teaching license or completed student teaching for relevant age groups.

Additional Qualifications:

Experience working with children.
Understanding of child development and health/safety procedures.
First Aid/CPR certification (preferred, or required within three months of hire).

Salary and Benefits: