Explorers Assistant Site Supervisor

Minnetonka Public School Service Center; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public School Service Center is seeking an Explorers Assistant Site Supervisor to help oversee a high-quality childcare program at Groveland Elementary School. The role includes acting as a Lead Explorers Instructor for school-age children and supervising the Explorers team during assigned shifts.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (or related field) and experience in team settings, childcare, and curriculum technology.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree in early childhood education; certification / licensure or a related field preferred.
• Evidence of successful experience working in a team setting.
• Evidence of successful experience in a childcare or educational setting for preschool aged children.
• Evidence of skills in using technology in curriculum.
• Evidence of successful experiences with inclusion initiatives.
• Evidence of strong child and parent relationships.
• Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
• Complete CCAP required training prior to first day of employment.
• Complete a required number of staff development hours annually.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
• Strong communication skills and positive interpersonal skills (relates well to children and adults) as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Responsibilities

• Develop an environment that allows children to assume responsibility for mastering human interactions, making choices, respecting the rights of others, and participating successfully in groups.
• Develop and prepare enriching classroom activities and program goals consistent with Creative Curriculum development and learning objectives
• In the absence of the Site Supervisor, supervise and direct the performance of theExplorers program including allLead Instructors, Program Leaders, Program Assistants and Behavior Assistants working withExplorers.
• Establish effective communication with staff, parents, and school personnel to identify/ solve problems.
• Maintain program standards of behavior to ensure student safety and proper functioning of the classroom. Observe and implement student behavior modifications.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Skills

Teamwork

Child interaction

Communication

Confidentiality

Punctuality

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Technology in Curriculum

Job description

Positions will remain posted until filled regardless of the closing date.

Explorers Assistant Site Supervisor JobID: 9526

• Position Type:
  Community Education/ Explorers Assistant Site Supervisor

Assignment:

Groveland Elementary School 40hoursperweek,12 months per year Monday -Friday 6:30-9:30AM and 1:00-6:00PM

Primary Objective of Positions:

Assist in supervising a high quality childcare program. Act as a Lead Explorers Instructor for school age classroom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop an environment that allows children to assume responsibility for mastering human interactions, making choices, respecting the rights of others, and participating successfully in groups.
• Develop and prepare enriching classroom activities and program goals consistent with Creative Curriculum development and learning objectives
• In the absence of the Site Supervisor, supervise and direct the performance of theExplorers program including allLead Instructors, Program Leaders, Program Assistants and Behavior Assistants working withExplorers.
• Establish effective communication with staff, parents, and school personnel to identify/ solve problems.
• Maintain program standards of behavior to ensure student safety and proper functioning of the classroom. Observe and implement student behavior modifications.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Job Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. degree in early childhood education; certification / licensure or a related field preferred.
• Evidence of successful experience working in a team setting.
• Evidence of successful experience in a childcare or educational setting for preschool aged children.
• Evidence of skills in using technology in curriculum.
• Evidence of successful experiences with inclusion initiatives.
• Evidence of strong child and parent relationships.
• Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
• Complete CCAP required training prior to first day of employment.
• Complete a required number of staff development hours annually.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
• Strong communication skills and positive interpersonal skills (relates well to children and adults) as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.