Wayzata Public Schools·Plymouth, Minnesota
The Preschool Assistant supports lead teachers in creating a nurturing classroom environment for children aged 2-4. Responsibilities include implementing age-appropriate activities and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
Calling all awesome adventure guides and little-learner lovers!
Do you have a passion for making magic happen in the world of early childhood?
We're searching for an energetic Preschool Assistant who can turn everyday moments into incredible learning opportunities!
Imagine spending your days: Guiding curious 2-4 year-olds through exciting discoveries.
Supporting rock-star lead teachers.
Creating smiles, giggles, and "AHA!" moments.
Your Role Will Include: Supporting a nurturing classroom environment by supporting children's holistic development through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Maintaining open communication with classroom colleagues.
Ensuring adherence to school policies.
Fostering an atmosphere of respect and positive reinforcement in the classroom.
Traveling between district locations during the school day.
High school diploma or equivalent. Reliable transportation and successful background check. Physical ability to perform job duties.
Post-secondary education in child development, early childhood education, or a related field. 1+ years of experience working with preschool-age children. Experience working with diverse groups of children. Salary and Benefits:
$17.52/hour.
Eligible for over 30+ hours. Locations & Shift Times:
26/27 School-year position with future summer employment opportunities available Early Learning School - T & Th - 8:15 am - 11:45 am Early Learning School - T-F - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Gleason Lake - M-F - 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Greenwood - M-F - 7:00 am - 8:30 am Kimberly Lane - M-F - 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm If you are enthusiastic, flexible, and passionate about working with children and believe you have the qualities we seek, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
A high school diploma, reliable transportation, and a successful background check are required. Post-secondary education in child development and experience with preschool-age children are preferred.
Market context
Part-time preschool assistant roles in Minnesota are often driven by school-year staffing needs and classroom coverage for early childhood programs. These positions can be competitive because employers usually want dependable candidates with a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and a clean background check, while child development coursework and preschool experience can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to show punctuality, flexibility, and experience with young children.