Preschool Teaching Assistant
Minnehaha Academy is a Preschool – 12th grade Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
Our mission is to provide a high-quality education integrating the Christian faith and learning.
Minnehaha Academy has an immediate opening for a preschool aide.
Description:
This position is full-time, Monday-Friday. The hours are approximately 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This is an hourly position, 7 hours of paid time and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break.
The hourly wage of $17.00 - $21.00 per hour will be determined by our Human Resource Director based on education and experience.
There are no benefits available with this position.
Purpose:
To provide support to the Preschool teachers in implementing the daily learning plans and schedules
To assist Preschool students in their developmental growth following the direction of the Preschool teacher
To provide supervision of the Preschool students in a calm and caring manner
Primary Functions
Assist in delivery of instruction and support the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being of the children
Assist in day-to-day classroom operations
Supervise children throughout the day, including preparations, before school care, lunch, recess, and rest times for preschool students
Qualifications include:
High school diploma and either a). 2,080 hours as an aide or student intern or b). 12 quarter credits
Experience in Early Childhood and/or working with preschool children, parents and staff
A Christian faith in Jesus Christ
Passion for working and playing with preschool-aged children
Timeliness, reliability and dependability
Strong people skills to interact positively with the children, parents, and staff
Ability to actively engage and interact with children in age appropriate activities within a play-based program
Support and implementing the mission of the school and the preschool program
CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
Ability to complete a background check and DHS required training and courses
Ability to lift 40 pounds
If you are interested in working at Minnehaha Academy, please visit www.minnehahaacademy.net to complete the online application and attach a resume.