Kidstop - Youth and Family Services Instructor

2026 Kidstop - Youth and Family Services Instructor

Join to apply for the 2026 Kidstop - Youth and Family Services Instructor role at Osseo Area Schools
. This full‑time summer position supports K‑5 youth in a choice‑based environment with field trips and accommodations for diverse needs.

• Employment Dates:
  June 8, 2026 – August 21, 2026
• Staff Training Days:
  Monday, June 8 – Thursday, June 11 (Staff Only)
• Youth Program Dates:
  Friday, June 12 – Friday, August 21
• Program Closures:
  June 19 and July 3
• Work Hours:
  
  8:30 am – 5:00 pm with a 30 min unpaid lunch break
• Locations:
  Basswood Elementary, Oak View Elementary, Weaver Lake Elementary, Woodland Elementary
• Staff Time Off:
  Up to 5 unpaid days during the summer
• All staff are expected to work through August 21, 2026

• Follow all district, program, and building health and safety procedures
• Communicate verbally and in writing about youth accidents/incidents to Program Leaders and families as needed
• Assist staff to actively supervise all youth at all times, maintaining visual and auditory supervision and tracking systems
• Maintain confidentiality of youth and families
• Plan and accommodate field trips, adjusting hours or locations as required; attend field trips to provide direct support
• Supervise scholars in multiple indoor and outdoor environments, including playgrounds, fields, gymnasiums, cafeterias, community spaces, and special venues
• Support scholars during water‑based activities, wearing appropriate swim attire
• Support if needed at other Kidstop elementary locations, coordinating daily with staff and stakeholders
• Model positive supervision and inclusive practices, facilitating staff meetings and daily huddles
• Assist in planning and delivering staff training sessions and in‑ratio support when needed for breaks or student needs
• Maintain strong relationships with families, scheduling ongoing communication and facilitating family meetings to support youth success
• Develop and implement early intervention strategies and accommodations for youth struggling with program structure or daily expectations
• Observe and respond to youth both in classroom and outdoor settings, creating actionable success plans
• Operate adaptive equipment and ensure proper use; assist with medical, physical, or behavioral needs as necessary
• Promote an environment that respects all abilities, identities, and beliefs; observe, collect, and report data as needed, aligning with IEP or care plans
• Assist in creating and implementing Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) or similar reward recognition

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in appropriate field (required)
• Knowledge of social/emotional learning, culturally responsive practices, trauma‑informed and restorative approaches
• Experience supporting diverse learning styles and needs
• Knowledge of out‑of‑school‑time or choice‑based programming
• Strong small‑ and large‑group facilitation and coaching skills
• Ability to support collaborative problem‑solving with families and teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting youth with higher‑level needs and partnering with their adults
• Demonstrated leadership skills

• Complete a background check and any additional paperwork prior to the summer starting
• Attend 2–3 staff meetings, in‑service training week, and program family/student events

Salary: $35 /hour. Job Type: Full‑time Summer Casual. Bargaining Unit:
Casual.