Lead Junior Instructor

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:
Monday-Friday 7:00am-2:30pm

Wages:
$24.89 per hour
Click here to view rates for this position. Rates can be found in Appendix B.
Medical and dental benefit eligible for full-time positions 30 hours or more. Click here to view benefit details for Minnetonka Community Education employees.
This position qualifies for a quarterly stipend from a DHS Stabilization Grant through [input fiscal year] fiscal year.

Primary Objective of Position:

To provide instruction and supervision in a classroom of children ranging from 3-5 years old.

Position Specific Responsibilities Might Include:

1. Assist in providing data for a parent conference and participate in the conference with the Site Supervisor.
2. Accountable for accurate student attendance records.

Training and Experience:

1. Evidence of successful experience teaching young children in a preschool or childcare setting.
2. Evidence of skills in using technology in curriculum.
3. Evidence of successful experiences with inclusion initiatives.
4. Evidence of strong child and parent relationships.
5. B.A. or B.S. degree in early childhood education or child development; certification / licensure preferred.

Licensing Requirements:

1. Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
2. Complete CCAP required training prior to first day of employment.
3. Complete a required number of staff development hours annually.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Ability to work under minimal supervision.
2. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
3. Proven record of punctuality and responsibility.
4. Strong communication skills and positive interpersonal skills (relates well to children and adults) as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.