Kidstop Instructor Substitute for Kidstop and Four Star Express JobID: 29104

We offer a variety of substitute positions, including : teachers, educational support professionals, school nurses, Kidstop (before and after school program), custodial, food services and more.

Please click on the link to learn about our opportunities : Substitute Opportunities Four Star Express School Year Sites : Basswood, Cedar Island, Oak View, Rice Lake, Rush Creek, Weaver Lake, and Woodland Kidstop School Year Sites : Basswood, Cedar Island, Edinbrook, Elm Creek, Fernbrook, Oak View, Rice Lake, Rush Creek, Weaver Lake, Woodland General Purpose of Job : To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams;

contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. To be responsible for leading planned activities for scholars and for interacting with scholars in an enriching program.

Responsibilities and tasks include : Create a positive, welcoming, engaging environment. Work together with staff to meet the needs of all scholars.

Interact with scholars to ensure they are safe while they are having fun. Participate enthusiastically in the activities with scholars.

Work with staff to lead a variety of enriching activities that promote the health, social skill building and wellness of scholars.

This includes interacting with scholars during activity time, meal time and outdoor time. Activities include, but are not limited to, language arts, science, physical fitness, movement, games and events.

Work with staff to implement a schedule of activities based on the needs and ages of the scholars, including preparing snacks and / or assisting with breakfast.

Support group activities like clubs, camps, reading, science, social skills, games or other areas as needed. Implement program curriculum.

Implement and participate in the program in a way that meets the social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of the scholars.

Promote the effective use of time, materials, and standards for student conduct. In cooperation with the Program Manager and other site staff, maintain the continual well being of children in the program.

This includes individual child conferences as needed with parents and staff. Maintain an attractive, safe, and functional room environment;

includes bulletin boards, lockers / closets, supervising clean-up time. Keep child related / program related records, such as attendance, programs, schedules, and others as determined by the Program Manager.

Be a positive role model and an excellent leader to staff and scholars. Great customer service skills. Greet families and scholars.

Communicate verbally and in writing accidents or incidents concerning scholars or staff in conjunction with the site and program leaders.

Work with and support all scholars in the program. Be knowledgeable of the overall philosophy of Kidstop and the policies and procedures of the program.

Complete required trainings as provided. Perform additional site duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications include : Must be 18 years of age or older.

Must meet requirements of State of Minnesota School Age Childcare Program Standards including a minimum of 120 hours of training in child development, guidance, and / or recreational coursework.

Must have 2,080 hours experience working with children ages 5-12 in a childcare program setting.