Paraprofessional: Kids' Company After School

New Prague; Minnesota; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Eagle View is seeking a Paraprofessional to support the Kids' Company program after school. You will supervise and engage with enrolled children, facilitating choice-based activities and monitoring interactions to encourage positive behavior.

The role emphasizes social and emotional development support, requiring strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a nurturing approach to growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of 1040 child contact hours via district training, experience, or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid Minnesota Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and interact with enrolled children.
• Foster a safe, structured, and engaging environment.
• Support students' social and emotional development.
• Assist with choice-based activities and monitor interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Communication

Positive behavior support

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

1040 child contact hours

CPR/First Aid

Minnesota Driver's License

Job description

Eagle View

3:30-5:15pm, M-F

All student contact dates + some non-school days

JOB SUMMARY

A Paraprofessional with the Kids' Company program supports the program's daily operations by fostering a safe, structured, and engaging environment for enrolled children. Key responsibilities include supervising and interacting with children, facilitating choice-based activities, and monitoring interactions to encourage positive behaviors. This role also provides targeted support to students' social and emotional development, offering assistance to children who may need additional guidance. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a commitment to nurturing each child's growth are essential for success in this position.

WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Education/Certification/Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Could be a high school student
• Completion of a 1040 child contact hours using a combination of district training programs, experience, and coursework of an equivalent nature and level to perform the requirements of the work.
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to become certified within the first 90 days of employment
• Valid Minnesota Driver's License

Experience

• 1-3 years of early childhood or youth programming experience preferred

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with students of all ages and abilities in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate in oral, written and web-based communication format with district personnel, staff, and families
• Ability to exercise confidentiality in handling district information