Preschool Aide

Calvarybemidji; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

CalvaryLutheran Church in Bemidji, MN is seeking a part-time Preschool Aide to support the classroom and teacher in a 9-month school-year schedule. You will assist with daily activities, supervise children, and help create a nurturing, faith-based learning environment.

The role requires experience with children, a clear understanding of the Christian faith, and the ability to engage kids at their level. The position emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and collaboration with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children.
• Have a clear understanding of the Christian faith and possess the ability to share God's story with children.
• Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist childcare teacher with various classroom preparations.
• Assist with after school programming.
• Effectively communicate with other preschool staff.
• Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development.
• Assist children with activities of daily life (restroom use, hand washing, etc.).
• Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family.
• Help maintain an environment that is clean, organized and safe for all children.
• Attend preschool staff meetings and staff development as scheduled by the director.
• Attend all-staff meetings as scheduled by the Senior Pastor.
• Attend and engage in family events that may be outside the regular classroom day.
• Maintain a professional self-image and project the mission and vision of Calvary Lutheran Preschool and Calvary Lutheran church at all times

Skills

Child care exp

Christian faith

Early childhood awareness

Job description

Job Description – Calvary Lutheran Preschool Aide

CalvaryLutheran Church, Bemidji, MN

(Part-time 15-30 hrs per week)

Job Overview: To assist the childcare teacher in matters of classroom support

Job Category: Full-time (9-month school year), hourly, preschool classroom staff

This person will report to:Preschool Director

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children


• Have a clear understanding of the Christian faith and possess the ability to share God's story with children


• Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities


• Be Pediatric First Aid/CPR and AED certified or willing to be obtained within 30 days of employment


• Time management skills, self-motivation and good organizational skills

Expectations

• Comply with Minnesota Department of Human Services Rule 3 and other statutes


• Pass a background check through the Minnesota Department of Human Services


• Have a positive attitude at work and be able to collaborate well with other staff members


• Have fun with kids and interact with them throughout the day at their level


• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs in addition to their faith development and educational needs


• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice methods at all times


• Be a positive role model for all children and Calvary Lutheran staff


• Maintain student/family confidentiality at all times


• Attend workshops/conferences as negotiated with the director to maintain training hours as required by the Minnesota Department of Human Services to continue employment as an aide


• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, and sit on the floor to meet children’s needs


• Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences


• Obtain basic computer skills

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist childcare teacher with various classroom preparations


• Assist with after school programming


• Effectively communicate with other preschool staff


• Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development


• Assist children with activities of daily life (restroom use, hand washing, etc.)


• Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times


• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family


• Help maintain an environment that is clean, organized and safe for all children


• Attend preschool staff meetings and staff development as scheduled by the director


• Attend all-staff meetings as scheduled by the Senior Pastor


• Attend and engage in family events that may be outside the regular classroom day


• Maintain a professional self-image and project the mission and vision of Calvary Lutheran Preschool and Calvary Lutheran church at all times