Substitute Early Childhood Program Assistant

Early Childhood; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 is seeking a Substitute Early Childhood Program Assistant in Cambridge, Minnesota. The role supports daily classroom functions and assists with play and materials preparation.

Starting immediately, this substitute position involves flexible hours as needed. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a background check; experience with young children is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, moderate experience working with children or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Successful background check required.
• Experience with young children preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion

Responsibilities

• Provide support by assisting with daily functions of the classroom.
• Facilitate play with young children.
• Assist with room set up/clean up, preparing classroom materials and daily schedule.
• Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or Coordinator.
• This is a substitute position.

Skills

Teamwork

Child care

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Substitute Early Childhood Program Assistant

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 Early Childhood - Cambridge, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5356058

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, moderate experience working with children or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Successful background check required.
• Experience with young children preferred.
• Ability to lift up 10 lbs on a regular basis with up to 50 pounds on occasion

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed

• General knowledge of practices, methods and techniques used in early childhood classroom teaching.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Passion for working with children.
• Exemplifies the following Five Character Traits: compassion, respect, responsibility, self discipline and honesty.

Specific Tasks

• Provide support by assisting with daily functions of the classroom.
• Facilitate play with young children.
• Assist with room set up/clean up, preparing of classroom materials and daily schedule.
• Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or Coordinator.
• This is a substitute position.

Hours per day

As needed

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $17.23 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Goodmanson , Early Learning Director
• Early Childhood
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]