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 Support and implement the mission of the school and the Extended Day Program. Minnehaha Academy has an opening for a preschool teaching assistant beginning August 7, 2025. Description:
- This position is part-time, Monday-Friday. The hours are approximately 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- This position consists of two roles: a preschool TA during the regular school day (11 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.) and the lead preschool teacher during the Extended Day Program (3:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
- This is an hourly position, 5 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 during the school day and the Extended Day Program
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 lunch, recess, rest times and after school care (Extended Day Program) 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
- Passion for working and playing with children
- Timeliness, reliability and dependability
- Strong people skills to interact positively with the children, parents, and staff
- Ability to plan and implement age appropriate activities
- Support and implementing the mission of the school
- Pediatric 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. Minnehaha Academy is an equal opportunity employer.