Summary

Community Education | Explorers Program Leader | Minnetonka Community Education | Available: ASAP | Closing: open until filled

Description

Link for Work for Explorers Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TB0eQyMcPw4
Link for Explorers Childcare Program Site:  https://www.minnetonkaschools.org/district/mcec/explorers

Assignment:                           
School year – part-time afternoon positions available at multiple elementary schools
Summer – Full-time and part-time positions available starting in June 2024 (program hours are 6:30am -6pm at Excelsior Elementary, Groveland Elementary and Scenic Heights Elementary)

Wages: 
Starting at $19.55/hour
This position qualifies for a  stipend from a DHS Stabilization Grant. 

Primary Objective of Positions: 
To provide guidance and supervision of children in grades K-5.  Assist in planning, implementing, and supervising a school-age child care program.  Help in leading activities, managing classrooms, and supervising children.  Provide guidance and ensure safety of participants.  
 
Job Responsibilities:
1.      Assist in carrying out activities, supervising and providing guidance for participants.
2.      Participate in planning and preparation of activities.
3.      Perform record-keeping activities related to monitoring of children and activities.
4.      Establish a positive and friendly relationship with parents
5.      Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

 
Requirements:
1.      Must meet ONE of the education and work experience requirements listed below.
2.      Evidence of successful experience working with young children in a child care setting
3.      Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
4.      Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
5.      Proven record of punctuality and responsibility
6.      Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality

Education/Work Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field and three months of related experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in unrelated field AND post secondary 6 credits (3 must be in child and youth development and 3 in other areas realted to after school programming) and three months of related experience
  • AA or two years of college in related field or equivalent certificate with six months of related experience
  • AA or two years of college in unrelated field OR 2080 hours of work experience in OST AND at least six post-secondary credits (3 must be in child and youth development and 3 in other areas related to after school programming) and one year of related experience