Temporary On-call Child Care Assistant Pool - Minneapolis Kids

Overview

Temporary On-call Child Care Assistant Candidate Pool - Minneapolis Kids ) role at Minneapolis Public Schools
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This is a candidate pool and not a specific position at a school or department. It may require an initial screening interview before placement into the Candidate Pool. The candidate pool is used to refer qualified applicants to sites/departments with open positions. Human Resources will process your application, and once approved, your name will be sent to the Site(s) and/or Department(s) with available positions.

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position. This position qualifies for the Minnesota Great Start Compensation Support Payment Program.

Site:
Locations may vary on a routine basis. Current vacancies include various locations. Close Date:
No established closing date; open until filled. Full/Part Time:
Varies. Union: ESP(28).

Functional Area:

Paraprofessional.

Summary:

Minneapolis Kids has temporary opportunities for Child Care Assistants. Provide high quality school age childcare for families in offering a fun, safe, nurturing, educational and recreational experience in encouraging children to pursue interests and develop friendships, independence, and confidence.

Pay: $19.88/hour (may vary by assignment).

• Under general supervision, assist MPS program staff and school personnel with educational programs, planned activities, supervising children, maintaining classroom and play environments, sanitary and safety checks and procedures, parent communication and program records.
• Assist teachers and the Site Coordinator to offer a safe, nurturing, educational and recreational experience where children are encouraged to pursue interests, develop friendships, independence, and confidence.
• Assist students in learning and recreational programs; reinforce positive behavior, provide individual assistance, encourage socialization and good communications.
• Monitor student activities, promote respect, explain social norms and disciplinary consequences, and enforce District policies and rules of conduct.
• Assist teachers in delivering classroom and recreational services; assist with attendance, work assignments, clerical duties, behavior management, and classroom preparation and setup.
• Maintain inventory of meals and snacks, classroom supplies and recreational materials; clean and rearrange rooms between classes and special programs.
• Provide customer service to parents and guardians, answer questions, and explain school rules.

• Classroom policies and procedures.
• Methods and techniques to assist students with educational and recreational programs.
• Safety rules and regulations.

High School Diploma/GED or Associate's Degree in child development or a directly related field AND one (1) year of paid experience working with children.

May be required to meet the Minnesota State Department of Welfare Center licensing requirements for assistant teachers.

Work is performed in a classroom environment, with moderate physical requirements; occasionally lifting items such as file boxes or heavier materials with assistance; may involve walking or standing for extended periods and working with children. Must be able to lift 30 pounds; may be required to physically restrain students if they are at risk of hurting themselves or others. Final appointment contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Diversity is a Minneapolis Public Schools core value and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. We will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, disability, or status with regard to public assistance. Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.