Early Childhood Program Assistant - Preschool

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 • Cambridge, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides support by assisting with the daily teaching and functions of the early childhood classroom. The assistant will facilitate play with young children, assist with room setup and cleanup, prepare classroom materials, and follow the daily schedule. Other duties may be assigned by the classroom teacher or Coordinator. This role requires a passion for working with children and exemplifies compassion, respect, responsibility, self-discipline, and honesty.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Successful Background Check required.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs on a regular basis with up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• General knowledge of practices, methods, and techniques used in early childhood classroom teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with parents and teachers.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Passion for working with children.
• Exemplifies the following Five Character Traits: compassion, respect, responsibility, self discipline and honesty.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with young children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily teaching and functions of the classroom.
• Facilitate play with young children.
• Assist with room set up/clean up.
• Prepare classroom materials.
• Follow the daily schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or Coordinator.

Benefits

• May become benefit eligible if combined with other positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED