Associate Educator - (2026-2027) Youth & Adult Enrichment

About the role

Under general supervision, assists program coordinator with daily operations and management of programs, and special events. Work with the community and staff to promote Life-Long learning for all residents.

Responsibilities

• Assists students and site coordinators in a variety of CEP programs including, Youth and Adult Enrichment programs, Access services (serving adults with disabilities) and youth programs support.
• Create and support adult enrichment classes, adults with disabilities, online registration systems, community and family events, workshops, and training programs.
• Assists CE teachers and staff providing daily program operations; evaluates and analyzes program issues, and recommends and implements solutions; assists teachers with managing classroom, materials.
• Assists students in learning processes; reinforces positive school and community climate, encourages socialization and good communications.
• Assists with a variety of Community Education and school programs, student services, community services, special assignments, and special events.
• Assists in administrative functions, including budgets, revenue and expenses, payroll, and financial reports; requisitions supplies and equipment; coordinates ongoing inventories, and maintains records.
• Aids in data and reporting systems; program teacher and student evaluations, contracts, customer services and compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Promotes and markets CE programs, develops promotional media, flyers, e-marketing, and public service announcements; participates in community outreach programs and promotes MPS Community Education Programs (CEP).
• Promotes lifelong learning and participation in community programs to enhance the quality of life.
• Communicates with community members, parents, students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
• Comfortable using technology to organize and deliver community programs and services.
• Provides general office and administrative support for assigned programs.
• Provides great customer service to community members, school staff, students’, parents and or guardians, answers questions, and explains program to community.

Requirements

• One Of The Following: Associate’s degree or higher in Education or closely related area, completed 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits from an accredited institution, a passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment, and either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with children.

Skills

• Understanding and applying CEP program standards and procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Administering educational and school support programs.
• Identifying problems and opportunities, and developing solutions.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of assigned staff.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

Qualifications

• A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED training is required within one year of hire.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training may be required within one year of hire, based on assignment.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retailer plan