Position Information
- Position Type: Community Education Programs/ Kids Connection Lead Instructor
- Date Posted: 5/12/2026
- Location: Early Childhood Family Center
- Date Available: Immediate Vacancy
Application Procedure
To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number.
Employment Details
Duty Days Per Year: 185-220
Type of Position: Continuing
Supervisor of Position: Chris Spindler-Schlottman, Kids Connection Program Manager
Qualifications
- CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development is preferred.
- High School Diploma (or equivalent), required
- Training and experience related to child development, child guidance, cultural dynamics, communication, and activities is desired.
- Effective communication skills, good interpersonal skills with adults and children.
- Flexibility and the ability to sub for other instructors or shifts is needed.
- First Aid and CPR Certification, preferred.
- Plans, prepares and implements age appropriate curriculum involving various activities to stimulate children's cognitive skills, abilities and development.
- Performs cleaning duties and organizes daily routine materials and supplies.
- Physical Requirements: Able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Summary of Duties
Just 4 Kids is a child care program providing care for children 3 years old to 5 yrs old. Lead Instructors assist in the planning and implementation of activities and instruction of staff. Lead Instructors supervise appropriate classroom, gym, and outdoor activities as well as other duties as assigned.
Benefits Eligibility
Positions 1,020 hours or more per year are benefit eligible.
Benefits Offered
- Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
- Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
- FSA Account – Flexible Spending Account
- Long Term Disability Income Insurance
- Life Insurance paid for by the district
- PERA (Pension Plan): 6.5% employee contribution and 7.5% district contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
- Floating Holidays
- Sick Leave includes ESST
- Vacation Pay
- Longevity Pay
- Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings
Employment Opportunity Statement
The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.