Paraprofessional: Kids' Company/Preschool Childcare

Paraprofessional 25/26 School Year

Kids' Company & Preschool Child Care

6am-12:30pm

Raven Stream/ Central Education Campus

JOB SUMMARY: A Paraprofessional with the Kids' Company program supports the program's daily operations by fostering a safe, structured, and engaging environment for enrolled children. Key responsibilities include supervising and interacting with children, facilitating choice-based activities, and monitoring interactions to encourage positive behaviors. This role also provides targeted support to students' social and emotional development, offering assistance to children who may need additional guidance. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a commitment to nurturing each child's growth are essential for success in this position.

WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS:

Education/Certification/Licensure:  

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred) 
• Could be a high school student  
• Completion of a 1040 child contact hours using a combination of district training programs, experience, and coursework of an equivalent nature and level to perform the requirements of the work.  
• CPR and First Aid Certified or willing to become certified within the first 90 days of employment  
• Valid Minnesota Driver's License 

Experience:  

• 1-3 years of early childhood or youth programming experience preferred 

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Ability to work effectively with students of all ages and abilities in a positive manner  
• Ability to communicate in oral, written and web-based communication format with district personnel, staff, and families  
• Ability to exercise confidentiality in handling district information

   

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