Community Ed Program Leads

Delano Community Education has a part-time opening for multiple childcare program leads in our program. This position begins on August 26.
Schedule/Location:

• Position located at the Delano Community Education Center, 140 Elm Ave E, Delano, MN.
• Part time, 15-25 hours per week, Monday through Friday. This includes wrap-around preschool and school age care programming during the school year.
• Programming hours are 6:45 am – 5:45 pm, shifts will fall within that time frame. 
• This is a 12 month – year round position.

Program Information:

• DPS Preschool and Tiger Kids Club partner to provide children a cohesive full day of preschool and wrap around care.
• Tiger Kids Club serves children ages preschool through 6th grade, with a strong play philosophy, meeting the child where they are at developmentally and helping them grow into independent individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a classroom of up to 18 students, between the ages of 3-12
• Effectively communicate and build relationships with families and colleagues
• Have strong relationship building skills with all children
• Provide enriching opportunities which contribute to children’s overall growth and development
• Maintain an inviting, well organized classroom, aligned to the goals of DPS Preschool and Tiger Kids Club
• Ensure a safe and secure classroom, with attention to the overall environment
• Mentor and provide direction to high school aides
• Work closely with a team to provide quality care that is cohesive across all classrooms, times of day, and sessions
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1 or more years of relevant experience preferred, but not required
• Knowledgeable in child development and developmentally appropriate best practice in early childhood and school age care
• Warm and welcoming demeanor
• Self-directed, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about children and providing quality learning experiences 

Salary/Benefits:

• Salary range of $14.66-$23.72 (2024-26 handbook). Step placement will be based on experience.  

Please apply online at https://www.delano.k12.mn.us/employment
Application Deadline: Open until filled