Kids Company Assistant (Before School)

Prior Lake - Savage Area Schools; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Prior Lake - Savage Area Schools is seeking a Kids' Company Assistant for Five Hawks Elementary. The role supports the Kids' Company Program by assisting the Site Leader in planning daily activities and supervising children in a safe, engaging environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 18 years old, with CPR/First Aid certification or training after hire. Prior experience with young children is preferred and the role is on-site at multiple school settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• One year experience with young children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Leader in planning and carrying out daily activities.
• Supervise children's activities and ensure safety rules are followed.
• Support and implement discipline procedures as needed.
• Participate in games, projects and activities as a positive role model.
• Maintain program supplies and communicate needs to Site Leader.
• Be available on release days as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Promote teamwork and a positive image of the program.

Skills

Supervise children

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

First Aid & CPR Certification

Job description

• Position Type: Kids' Company/ Support Staff
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Five Hawks Elementary
• Date Available: ASAP

JOB TITLE:

Kids' Company Assistant

DEPARTMENT:

Community Education Services

REPORTS TO:

Kids' Company Site Leader or Coordinator

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

START DATE:

ASAP

RATE OF PAY:

$18.66 per hour - $21.34 per hour (2025-26 rates)

Terms of employment in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions for the position.

SUMMARY:

To assist the Site Leader in providing a well-planned, organized, and enriching Kids' Company Program. The position supports the supervision and engagement of children in a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Assist the Site Leader in planning, implementing and carrying out daily activities.

Supervise children's activities, including set-up and clean-up, and ensure all safety rules are followed.

Support and implement discipline procedures as needed when directly involved with the situation.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Actively participate in games, projects, and activities, serving as a positive role model and leader.

Maintain program supplies and communicate with the Site Leader when additional materials are needed.

Be available to work on release days as scheduled by the Site Leader or Kids' Company Coordinator.

Communicate any concerns, incidents, or unusual situations to the Site Leader and/or Coordinator.

Attend staff meetings and recommended training programs to meet in-service training requirements.

Promote teamwork, excellent customer service, and a positive image of the program to colleagues, students, parents, and the community.

Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with district and program policies.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED

At least 18 years of age.

One (1) year experience working with young children (approximately 1,040 hours), preferred.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Current First Aid and CPR certification (Candidates without certification will attend trainings after hire to be certified)

Required Knowledge:

District policies and procedures.

Confidentiality requirements related to students and families.

Basic understanding of emergency response and incident reporting protocols.

Required Skills:

Ability to support individual students and small groups.

Clear and professional communication with supervisors, coworkers, students and families.

Demonstrate reliability and accountability when responding to daily tasks and unexpected circumstances.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility and stamina to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings; ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 20 pounds; visual ability to monitor students and read written materials; hearing and verbal communication skills to interact effectively in indoor and outdoor environments; and mental alertness to supervise students, follow procedures, and respond appropriately to changing situations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in multiple settings including but not limited to, classrooms, playgrounds, cafeterias, gymnasiums, and multipurpose rooms.