Small Wonders Assistant-Substitute

• Casual Position
• Hours Vary

• $16 per hour

• The purpose of this position is to serve as a substitute teacher for the assistant teacher. The purpose of the assistant teacher is to assist the program instructor in planning and implementing a program of instruction that adheres to the schools philosophy goals and objectives. This position is to assist the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe clean learning environment and in assuring the well being and safety of the children in his/her care. Specific duties will vary between buildings depending on their individual needs.
• Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with the teacher volunteers parents and other program specialists in planning and implementing activities.
• Assists in promoting a safe welcoming and caring environment.
• Works with the teacher in making purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Plans with and assists the teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities.
• Assists program instructor in implementing developmental assessments for each child to determine the childs strengths and areas in which each child may need help.
• Assists the teacher in maintaining a confidential assessment binder consisting of developmental assessments individual goals and observations of progress toward meeting goals.
• Assists the teacher in maintaining discipline and supervision of children during all activities.
• Ability to work independently exercise mature judgment and manage childrens behavior in a positive manner.
• Works with the teacher in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies. Maintains room environment by setting up cleaning and storing supplies and equipment.
• High School Diploma required - prefer candidate with AA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Additional post-secondary training relevant to early childhood preferred.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation personal and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
  • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical dental vision prescription drug and legal insurance plans.
  • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
  • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
  • Health benefits include:
    • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services atZERO COST.
    • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
    • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
    • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
    • Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under manycollective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information visitPERAfor non-instructional positions andTRAfor instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health dental orthodontic vision and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical emotional social and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health well-being and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety childcare eldercare family conflict parenting concerns alcohol or drug addictions stress management and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training classes and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information visit the Federal Student Aid website at.

Programs resources and benefits eligibility variesbased on type of employment funding availability and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on ourwebsite.

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COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:
There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out!

• Education Minnesota Lakeville (Teachers)
• Lakeville Education Assistants Federation (Education Assistants and Clerical)
• Lakeville Association of School Administrators (Principals and Deans)
• Custodial/Maintenance Service Employees International Union Local 284
• Student Nutrition Employees
• Non-Licensed Instructors
• Small Wonders Instructors

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Internal and External applicants apply online