Full-Time Preschool Assistant Float
Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284 (MN)
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Job overview
Wayzata Early Learning School seeks an experienced, enthusiastic Preschool Assistant Float to support teachers, create safe learning environments, lead activities for 2‑5 year olds, enforce policies, communicate with parents, and travel between district schools.
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Wayzata Early Learning School Preschool Assistant Float Position Type/Title: Preschool Assistant Float - 2 positions available Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule: 9:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday Starting Wage: $17.52 Community Education Personnel Contract
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and energetic Preschool Assistant to join our team!
Position Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the teacher in creating a positive learning environment and providing high-quality instruction and care to our preschoolers. This position does require reliable transportation as the position requires working in classrooms throughout the district. This is a school year position. Opportunities available for summer employment.
Why Wayzata Early Learning?...
- Regularly ranked in the top 5 school districts in Minnesota and routinely recognized for excellence!
- Work alongside talented and dedicated team members
- Fun, fast paced work environment
- Professional development opportunities
- Free childcare for your child while you are working! (students must be in grades K-5 and attend Wayzata Public Schools. Childcare is subject to availability)
As a Preschool Assistant Float you will…
- Create a safe and nurturing learning environment
- Lead children in the development of language, motor, and social skills
- Lead age-appropriate, hands-on activities for 2-5 year old children
- Enforce policies and procedures set by the school
- Participate in professional development and other school-related activities
- Communicate daily with parents at drop off and pick up
- Foster an atmosphere of respect and positive reinforcement
- Travel to different schools each day
We are looking for someone with the following qualifications…
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Reliable transportation
- Post-secondary education in child development, early childhood, or equivalent preferred
- Has a passion for working with young children
- Ideal candidates will have experience working with young children from diverse backgrounds
- Experience with the Pyramid Model and Classroom Engagement Model is beneficial
- Has documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodation
- Able to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, staff and caregivers
- Must successfully meet our pre-employment background screening requirements
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program
Application procedure:
- Apply online at www.wayzataschools.org
Selection Procedure:
- Position is open to current Community Education Unit employees until 7/8/26 @4:00PM.
- If this position is not filled internally, non-unit candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
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