Child Care Worker

Elk River Independent School District 728; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 is hiring a Child Care Worker for Community Education programs serving grades K-5 and preschool children. The role includes supervising children, facilitating indoor/outdoor activities, and maintaining a safe, orderly environment across multiple shifts.

Starting pay is $18.04 per hour with year-round opportunities. Candidates should have reliable transportation, First Aid/CPR certification, and willingness to cover various sites and shifts while

Qualifications

• Age 16 or older per Minnesota statute
• Must have reliable transportation
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required
• Flexibility to sub for other Child Care Workers or shifts is needed
• Equity is a core value of ISD728 and supports inclusive employment practices

Responsibilities

• Work with grades K-5 and/or preschool children in Community Education programs.
• Assist with indoor and outdoor activities; supervise children; provide a safe environment.
• Have age-appropriate materials and activities available; accommodate a range of ages.
• Interact with children and provide positive behavior reinforcement and guidance.
• Maintain rooms, supplies and equipment; wash toys/tables; maintain inventory; light cleaning.
• Work as part of a team with staff/volunteers to maintain a positive work environment.
• Communicate with Program Manager and staff about daily schedules, attendance, and duties.
• Attend required District training and staff meetings; maintain First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child development

First Aid/CPR

Reliability

Job description

Child Care Worker (Multiple Shifts Available; All ISD 728 Elementary Schools and Preschool Programs; 12 months per year) JobID: 19128

• Position Type: Community Education/ Child Care Worker
• Date Posted: 8/1/2026
• Location: Community Education
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 08/31/2026

Description

The Child Care Worker works with grades K-5 and/or preschool children in Community Education programs.

Rate of Pay

Starting at $18.04 per hour

Job Summary

1. Work with grades K-5 and/or preschool children in Community Education programs. Assist with program duties including indoor and outdoor activities, supervise children, and provide a safe environment.

2. Have age appropriate materials and activities available for those enrolled. Depending on the site and time of day, children can range from infant to approximately age 12.

3. Interact with the children and provide positive behavior reinforcement and guidance.

4. Maintain the rooms, supplies and equipment, including washing toys and tables, maintaining inventory, setting up and taking down tables or equipment, supervising on the playground or in the gym, and light cleaning.

5. Work as a part of a team with other staff members or designated volunteers to maintain a positive and professional work environment.

6. Communicate with the Program Manager, Coordinator, and program staff regarding daily schedule, duties, attendance tracking and related matters so consistency in practice is maintained.

7. Attend required District training in Bloodborne Pathogens and staff development topics, as well as staff meetings throughout the year.

8. Maintain current certification in First Aid/CPR.

9. Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Age 16or older, per Minnesota Statute§245H.08 Subd 3

2. Must have reliable transportation.

3. Training and experience related to child development, child guidance, cultural dynamics, communication, and activities is desired.

4. Current First Aid and CPR certification is required

5. Flexibility and the ability to sub for other Child Care Workers or shifts is needed.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Postings current as of 8/18/2026 10:13:12 PM CST.