Assistant Teacher (Toddler Classroom)

Job Summary

The Family Partnership is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Lead Teachers at Four Directions, a full-day therapeutic education and care program for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Four Directions prioritizes the revitalization of the Dakota and Ojibwe languages.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Lead Teacher in coordinating daily routines, transitions, learning activities, and self-selected play.
• Actively supervising children at all times to ensure safety and developmental support.
• Providing developmentally appropriate guidance aligned with trauma-informed practices.
• Supporting the center’s therapeutic approaches by following strategies recommended by therapists or specialists.
• Supporting Dakota/Ojibwe language immersion classrooms when coverage is needed.
• Reinforcing simple language activities (songs, greetings, routines) as provided by immersion teachers.
• Modeling respect and enthusiasm for Indigenous language revitalization efforts.
• Following DHS health and safety procedures, sanitation practices, emergency actions, and supervision ratios.
• Maintaining safe, clean classroom spaces through daily cleaning and disinfecting routines.
• Carrying out safety checks for environments, equipment, and playground areas.
• Supporting meal service in compliance with CACFP standards.
• Assisting the Lead Teacher in observing and documenting children’s development.
• Participating in preparation for parent–teacher conferences.
• Maintaining accurate daily notes, attendance, and incident reports.
• Assisting with field trips, special events, and family engagement activities.
• Providing closing shift responsibilities as assigned, including resetting and sanitizing the classroom, securing materials and equipment, supporting final parent pick-ups, and communicating essential end-of-day details to the Lead Teacher or Director.

Who You Are

• You are at least 18 years old.
• You must be qualified under DHS licensing for Assistant Teachers under the Minnesota Rule 9503.
• You demonstrate knowledge of child development (ages 6 weeks–5 years).
• You can meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds (to lift children and/or equipment as needed) and participating in active play with children.
• You communicate effectively and have the ability to work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and diverse communities.
• You demonstrate a commitment to cultural humility, inclusivity, and trauma-informed practice.

Minimum Education Required

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Minimum Experience Required

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Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$20.00 - $20.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55407

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

77315

Job Benefits

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