Explorers Student Assistant- School Year 2026-27

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 20,154 - 20,760; Part time

Job summary

Join Minnetonka Public Schools as a Community Education/Explorers Student Assistant, providing guidance and supervision to children in grades K-5. This role offers flexible hours and a starting wage of $14.63 per hour, increasing to $15.07 per hour from July 1, 2026. Candidates must be at least 15 years old, with a passion for working with children and strong interpersonal skills.

The position is available in Elementary Buildings starting September 2026, with openings until filled. This role is essential for fostering a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for and experience in working with children.
• Ability to relate to both children and adults.
• Willingness to abide by confidentiality policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and supervision of children in grades K-5.

Skills

Working with children

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Punctuality

Job description

Position Type: Community Education/ Explorers Student Assistant

Date Posted: 5/21/2026

Location: Elementary Buildings

Date Available: September 2026

Closing Date: Open until filled

Link for Work for Explorers Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TB0eQyMcPw4

Link for Explorers Childcare Program Site: https://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/mcec/explorers

Assignment Info:

• Flexible hours, 12 months per year, Monday-Friday (two day minimum)
• Afternoon hours available between the times of: 2:00-6:00 PM

Wages:

• Starting rate effective July 1, 2025 for 16 years or older $14.63, effective July 1, 2026 $15.07 per hour
• Starting rate effective July 1, 2025 for 15 years old $12.40, effective July 1, 2026 $12.77 per hour
• Link to view rates for this position. Rates can be found in Appendix B.
• Not medical or dental benefit eligible.

Primary Objective of Positions: Provide guidance and supervision of children in grades K-5, under the direction of program supervisors.

Job Qualifications:

1. Evidence of passion for and experience in working with children
2. Evidence of positive interpersonal skills; ability to relate to both children and adults.
3. Evidence of ability to accept direction and work as a team member
4. Evidence of understanding of and willingness to abide by confidentiality policy and practice.
5. Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
6. Evidence of organizational and communication skills.
7. Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
8. Must be at least 15 years old.

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.