Early Childhood Paraprofessional - Nurturing Classroom Support

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC); Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Onsite health clinics

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) is hiring a Paraprofessional to support teachers and children aged 3–5 in our Playworks early childhood center. You will assist with daily activities, supervision, and behavior support, while helping create a nurturing, safe learning environment.

Weekly pay and benefits are included, with opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, patient, and great team players who enjoy working with children.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to assist in classroom instruction and learning and work closely with children.
• Great attention to detail, excellent teamwork skills, and ability to remain calm and patient.
• Experience working with children preferred in a para role.
• Knowledge of Conscious Discipline preferred.
• Subject to drug/alcohol testing per SMSC policy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move frequently.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and children throughout the day in the classroom.
• Assist with supervision of children, classroom activities, meals, snacks and cleanup.
• Assist teachers in implementing instructional strategies and reinforcing material.
• Maintain safety and organization in the classroom.
• Participate in related meetings and report any concerns to teachers.
• Complete required trainings annually including crisis prevention and safe restraint.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patience

Clear communication

Job description

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) is hiring a Paraprofessional to support teachers and children aged 3–5 in our Playworks early childhood center. You will assist with daily activities, supervision, and behavior support, while helping create a nurturing, safe learning environment.

Weekly pay and benefits are included, with opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, patient, and great team players who enjoy working with children.