ECFE Program Management Aide

Bloomington Public Schools; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Life & LTD insurance

PERA retirement

Personal leave

EAP resources

Job summary

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking a caring, collaborative ECFE Paraprofessional to join our team at Early Learning at Washburn (ELWB).

The ECFE Paraprofessional works with licensed ECFE teachers to create a welcoming, developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children and families, supporting instruction, materials preparation, and classroom routines.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (birth through age 5) and their families.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support ECFE teachers in creating a welcoming, engaging learning environment.
• Prepare and organize learning materials and classroom setups.
• Assist with routines, transitions, and daily activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Experience with young children

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Classroom organization

Confidentiality

Job description

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Openings as of 8/21/2026

ECFE Program Management Aide JobID: 9587

• Position Type: Early Childhood/Family Education/ Early Learning Staff
• Date Posted: 8/5/2026
• Location: Early Learning at Washburn
• Date Available: 08/24/2026

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Paraprofessional

Position Type: Early Childhood/Family Education – Paraprofessional

Location: Early Learning at Washburn (ELWB)

Date Available: August 24, 2026

About the Position

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and collaborative Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Paraprofessional to join our team at Early Learning at Washburn (ELWB).

The ECFE Paraprofessional works alongside licensed ECFE teachers to create a welcoming, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children and their families. This position plays an important role in supporting classroom instruction, preparing learning materials, fostering positive relationships with children and families, and ensuring the smooth operation of ECFE programming.

• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Effective Date: August 24, 2026
• Compensation: Per the Bloomington Public Schools Paraprofessional Contract

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (birth through age 5) and their families.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning as an effective member of a team.
• Support licensed ECFE teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children and families.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning environments.
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and daily activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and families while promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Support children's social-emotional development through positive guidance strategies.
• Assist with classroom set-up, clean-up, and organization.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to support high-quality programming.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Participate in professional learning and staff meetings as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement benefits through PERA
• Earned Personal Leave and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, financial wellness, parenting, and elder care resources

Join our Early Learning at Washburn team and help create meaningful learning experiences that strengthen children, families, and our community. We look forward to welcoming you to ELWB!