Lead Junior Instructor

Minnetonka Public Schools; Excelsior (MN); On-site; USD 28,287 - 40,288; Full time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools in Excelsior, MN, seeks an early childhood educator to provide instruction and supervision for a preschool classroom serving 3- to 5-year-olds. You will develop enriching activities aligned with Creative Curriculum, establish routines, and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.

The position requires demonstrated preschool teaching experience, ability to use technology in curriculum, and strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Preschool teaching experience in a classroom setting.
• Ability to integrate technology into the curriculum.
• Experience with inclusion initiatives and supporting diverse learners.
• Strong relationships with children and parents and effective communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Create a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Plan and implement enriching activities aligned with Creative Curriculum.
• Communicate with staff, parents, and community to identify and solve problems.
• Maintain behavior standards and ensure student safety in the classroom.
• Participate in staff development, training, and evaluations.
• Perform other duties of similar scope.

Skills

Preschool experience

Technology in curriculum

Inclusion experience

Relationships with children/parents

Education

Bachelors in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Job description

Links

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

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

Assignment

Monday-Friday 7:00am-2:30pm

Wages

$24.89 per hour

Medical and dental benefit eligible for full-time positions 30 hours or more. Rates can be found in Appendix B. This position qualifies for a quarterly stipend from a DHS Stabilization Grant through [input fiscal year] fiscal year.

Primary Objective of Position

To provide instruction and supervision in a classroom of children ranging from 3-5 years old.

Job Duties / 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.
• Establish effective communications with staff, parents, school personnel, and the extended community 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, training, and evaluations.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Position Specific Responsibilities Might Include

• Assist in providing data for a parent conference and participate in the conference with the Site Supervisor.
• Accountable for accurate student attendance records.

Training and Experience

• Evidence of successful experience teaching young children in a preschool or childcare setting.
• Evidence of skills in using technology in curriculum.
• Evidence of successful experiences with inclusion initiatives.
• Evidence of strong child and parent relationships.
• B.A. or B.S. degree in early childhood education or child development; certification/licensure preferred.

Licensing Requirements

• 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.

Knowledge and Skills

• 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.