Junior Explorers Program Assistant

Minnetonka Public Schools; Excelsior (MN); On-site; USD 22,332 - 31,807; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (full-time)

Dental benefits (full-time)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking staff to supervise and support children before and after school at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. The role runs Monday through Friday from 11:30 to 5:30, offering $19.65 per hour with benefits for full-time positions.

Responsibilities include implementing activities, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with parents and team members to ensure quality care for students.

Qualifications

• Complete required child care, first aid & CPR training prior to the first day of employment.
• Annual staff development hours are required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities and supervise program spaces for students.
• Assist with preparing project supplies and activities.
• Provide a safe, caring environment and use the site tracking system.
• Supervise students and ensure safety during non-school day programming and field trips.
• Build positive relationships with parents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Initiative

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Child engagement

Education

Child care certification

First aid & CPR certification

Job description

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

Monday-Friday 11:30-5:30

Wages And Benefits

• $19.65 per hour
• Click here to view rates for this position. Rates can be found in Appendix B.
• Medical and dental benefit eligible for full-time positions 30 hours or more. Click here to view benefit details for Minnetonka Community Education employees.

Primary Objective Of Position

• To support and supervise children before and after school at Minnetonka Community Education Center. Implement activities, manage program spaces and supervise children. Ensure the safety of all students.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement activities, manage program spaces, supervise and provide guidance for students.
• Assist with preparing project supplies and activities for students.
• Provide a safe, caring, fun environment for children including use of the site tracking system.
• Support students and ensure safety during non-school day programming both at our schools and on field trips in the community.
• Establish a positive and friendly relationship with parents.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Position Specific Responsibilities Might Include

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.

Training And Experience

• Complete required child care, first aid & CPR training prior to the first day of employment. Online training links will be provided by employer.
• Complete a required number of staff development hours annually.

Knowledge And Skills (position Requirements At Entry)

• Evidence of understanding of and willingness to abide by confidentiality policy and practice.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Evidence of organizational and communication skills.
• Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
• Evidence of passion for working with children.
• Evidence of ability to accept direction and work as a team member.
• 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.