Early Childhood Substitute Paraprofessional - VPK and Wee Saints

St James School District 840; Saint James (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The St James School District 840 is seeking an Early Childhood Substitute Paraprofessional to assist in VPK and Wee Saints programs. You will work under the Early Childhood Coordinator, supporting the teacher in delivering high-quality, student-centered early childhood education focused on readiness and holistic development.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom activities, supervising students, and maintaining a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Meet Minnesota paraprofessional qualifications or be eligible to obtain them.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support children in classroom activities and safety.
• Assist students who need additional guidance with tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of students.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to deliver instruction.
• Model appropriate developmental behaviors during play and activities.

Skills

Paraprofessional

Communication

Child care

Education

High school diploma

Minnesota paraprofessional qualifications

Job description

Early Childhood Substitute Paraprofessional - VPK and Wee Saints JobID: 500

• Position Type: Community Education Child Care/ Early Childhood
• Date Posted: 8/7/2026
• Location: St. James Armstrong School

Job Title: Early Childhood Substitute Paraprofessional

Department: Early Childhood/Community Education

Reports To: Early Childhood Coordinator

Schedule: as needed

Job Summary:

The Early Childhood Paraprofessional assists the Early Childhood Teacher in supporting students with providing high-quality, student-centered early childhood education that supports school readiness and whole-child development.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not directly supervise employees unless specifically assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Core Professional Responsibilities

• Support children in the classroom with various activities, ensuring their safety, and providing assistance as needed
• Provide additional support to students who may need additional support or guidance with tasks
• Maintain safety of students and assist as needed
• Work with the classroom teacher to deliver and support classroom instruction
• Model appropriate developmental behaviors and engage through play and interaction with the students
• Assist the student with self-help and independent living skills
• Maintain confidentiality of students
• Support building and classroom policies
• Maintain good communication skills and a cooperative working environment with other district staff
• Other duties as assigned

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Meet Minnesota paraprofessional qualifications or be eligible to obtain them
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with students through childcare, school, recreation, volunteer, or youth-program experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification

Work is performed in active early childhood classrooms with frequent movement, close contact with children, noise, bodily fluids, cleaning products, and indoor/outdoor activities.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry children or classroom materials up to approximately 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit on the floor, bend, kneel, stand, walk, and actively supervise children indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to respond quickly and safely to children's needs and emergencies.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

St. James Public Schools ISD #840 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

For more information or questions, contact Michelle Friesen, Early Childhood Coordinator, at 507-375-4517 or [e-mail] or stop in to the Armstrong School office for a job application.

Postings current as of 8/28/2026 9:12:39 AM CST.

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