Lakeville Area Schools·Lakeville, Minnesota
The instructor will plan and lead age-appropriate, theme-based curriculum for children ages 3-6. They are also responsible for supervising groups in various settings including classrooms, gyms, and playgrounds.
Wonder Zone Instructor – Early Childhood Education (Long-Term Substitute) Love working with young children? Lakeville Area Schools is hiring a Wonder Zone Instructor to lead enriching early childhood activities for children ages 3–6 in a safe, engaging environment. What You'll Do: Plan and lead age-appropriate, theme-based curriculum aligned with Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress Supervise small and large groups in classroom, gym, playground, cafeteria, and field trip settings Support the Wonder Zone program's mission and goals within the district's early childhood services Schedule: Long-Term Substitute, 8/31/2026 – 1/4/2027; Mon–Fri, 6:15 AM–1:45 PM (7.5 hrs/day, 37.5 hrs/week); 75 days + Event Days Pay: $26.57 – $29.92/hour, depending on experience (Non-Licensed Instructors Contract)
B.A./B.S. in Early Childhood Education preferred; 2-year Early Childhood degree or equivalent experience required Current CPR and First Aid Certification Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills Comfortable working independently with attention to detail Why Lakeville Area Schools? Join Minnesota's 12th-largest school district, serving 12,000+ students across nine elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, and more. We're student-focused, community-connected, and committed to a welcoming, inclusive environment for all.
Eligible for benefits on day one Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans (0.75+ FTE) Free virtual healthcare & 24/7 licensed therapist access Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays 403(b) retirement with employer match; pension through PERA/TRA Wellness rewards, flex spending accounts, and more Apply today and start making an impact in early childhood education!
Candidates must have a 2-year Early Childhood degree or equivalent experience, with a B.A./B.S. preferred. Current CPR and First Aid certifications are also required for this position.
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