Summer Instructor Assistant

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 20,691 - 22,551; Part time

Job summary

A community education organization is seeking a Summer Instructor Assistant for part-time, temporary positions from June 3 to August 31, 2026. Responsibilities include assisting with programming, engaging with youth, and maintaining communication with families. The role requires applicants to be at least 16 years old, with a passion for individual achievement and relationship building. The pay rate ranges from $15.02 to $16.37 per hour. The deadline to apply is March 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 16 or older to apply.
• Desire to invest in individual achievement.
• Ability to provide an organized learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Attend staff training on June 3rd.
• Assist with programming and follow the lead of the supervisor.
• Engage 100% throughout the program and communicate with parents/guardians.

Skills

Interest in youth development

Organization

Initiative

Relationship building

Specific sport knowledge

Job description

• Position Type:
  Community Education - Recreation/ Summer Instructor Assistant
• Date Posted:
  2/20/2026
• Location:
  Northfield Community Education Center
• Date Available:
  06/03/2026
• Closing Date:
  08/31/2026
• District:
  Northfield Public Schools

JOB ID: 4664 – Summer Instructor Assistant – Part‑time, temporary positions beginning 06/03/2026 – 08/31/2026.

Location: Community Education

Scheduled Hours/Days: As needed

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 16 to apply.
• Desire to invest in individual achievement.
• Desire to provide an organized learning environment.
• Evidence of relationship building with youth.
• Evidence of specific sport or program knowledge and experience.
• Evidence of initiative taking and self‑directing.

Responsibilities

• Attend staff training on the evening of June 3rd.
• Follow the lead of the program supervisor and assist with programming.
• Arrive early, know and fully execute the plan for each day, engage 100% throughout the program, teach general disciplines of each activity, enhance skill development, build relationships with youth, and communicate as needed with parents/guardians.
• Show enthusiasm and create fun, positive experiences through words, actions, and non‑verbal cues.
• Keep track of time worked and record on timesheet.
• Openly communicate with the recreation coordinator, in a timely manner, regarding vacation requests, program issues, etc.
• Be required to fill in for up to two Saturday swim lessons or two evening swim lessons (if aquatics staff).

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: $15.02/hr – $16.37/hr.
• Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.
• Deadline: 3/16/2026.
• Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check.

Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). (02/20/2026)