About the role

Childcare Aide/Assistant Discovery Kids Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week, Monday Friday) Program Status: 4-Star Parent Aware & NAEYC Accredited
Why You'll Love Working Here: Do you love high-fives, lightbulb moments, and making a genuine difference in a child's world? At Discovery Kids Childcare, we believe that early education should be joyful, nurturing, and collaborative. As a Childcare Aide/Assistant, you aren't just an employee, you are a vital partner in creating a high-quality learning environment. If you want to grow your career in a supportive, NAEYC-accredited, 4-star Parent Aware program and a part of the Orono Public Schools! Additionally, you will have a dependable Monday-through-Friday schedule (hello, free weekends!), we would love to have you on our team.
The Opportunity:
  • What You'll Do You will work side-by-side with our Lead Teachers to deliver a creative curriculum that fosters the social, emotional, and academic growth of every child.
  • What You'll DoSupport the Learning Journey
  • Active Engagement: Dive into play and structured activities to help children hit exciting new developmental milestones.
  • Co-Pilot the Classroom: Keep the daily flow seamless by helping set up and clean up fun learning centers.
Keep Things Safe & Healthy:
  • Gold-Standard Safety: Maintain a highly organized, safe, and clean environment.
  • Snack Time Success: Prepare and serve nutritious snacks according to DCYF Childcare Licensing and Minnesota Department of Health guidelines.
  • Build a Welcoming Community
  • Be a Friendly Face: Act as a warm, welcoming presence for our families every single day.
  • Respectful Partnerships: Maintain professional, confidential, and respectful communication that honors diverse parenting styles.
  • Keep Growing: Monitor classroom supplies, participate in team staff meetings, and engage in ongoing professional development to sharpen your skills.
What You Bring (Qualifications): Early Childhood Experience: Proven experience working in an early childhood setting with stellar professional references to match. Superb Organization: The ability to stay organized and flexible in the dynamic, fast-paced environment of an accredited preschool. A Heart for Inclusion: A deep commitment to confidentiality, inclusivity, and building a respectful community for all children and families. Reliability: Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. What We OfferWork-Life Balance: A consistent, full-time schedule with no weekend shifts. Professional Pride: The chance to work within a highly respected, top-tier accredited program. A Collaborative Team: A supportive environment where your voice is heard and your growth is championed.
Compensation: $15.75 - $17.35 per hourDOQ Benefits: INSURANCE Single Health: 90% Covered by District Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District Family Health: 75% Covered by District Dental: 100% covered by District Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) VACATION AND HOLIDAYS Vacation: 10 Days.
Holidays: 11 Paid Holiday/Year OTHER BENEFITS Incentive Pay: 1% RETIREMENT/PENSION Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

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$15.75 - $17.35 per hour

Experience level

Mid

Location

Long Lake, MN

Occupation

Childcare Workers

Industry

Child Care Services

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9 days ago

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