Kid Connection Instructor  $20.70/hour  Elementary Schools 

Job Summary: To provide guidance, enrichment, and supervision to students in the Kid Connection program in a consistent, positive style. Support students within the program as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Experience working with school age children (preferred)
• Ability to work effectively with children ages 5-12
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and children
• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Dependability
• Knowledgeable about the developmental needs of children
• Ability to mediate and problem solve
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to become First Aid and CPR certified

Responsibilities:

• Understands and implements the Kid Connection program philosophy, policies and procedures, aligning with the Staff and Parent Handbooks, School Age Quality Standards, and CCAP guidelines
• Will maintain a safe and healthy environment for self, other adults, and children following program health and safety procedures
• Plans, prepares, and leads developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive activities using Minnesota School Age Core Competency guidelines and the National Afterschool Association Standards for Quality School-Age Care. Will provide a written schedule and calendar of daily activities for the month.
• Assists in development of environment, curriculum and daily schedule that allows children to assume responsibility for successful peer interactions and choices and that meets the interest and developmental needs of each child.
• Promotes and maintains a positive attitude that supports the philosophy and mission of Kid Connection school age care and the strategic plans of Farmington Area Schools and Community Education.
• Provides support and guidance when working with Aides and is able to delegate appropriate tasks and assignments that support the classroom and daily schedule of activities.
• Participates in regular site staff meetings, coaching and positive role modeling, related to the Kid connection program.
• Actively engages with adults, children, and staff members following the guidelines of Farmington Area Schools and Community Education
• Promotes a positive image of the program by maintaining open and positive communication between Kid Connection staff, school staff, parents and community.
• Teaches and demonstrates appropriate social skills to children through planned curriculum, role modeling, and positive reinforcement.

Not full benefit Eligible  ESST benefit  Employees in Minnesota are entitled to earned sick and safe time under Minnesota Statutes § 181.9447, subdivision 9, a form of paid leave

Farmington Public School District is a regular school district located in Dakota County with 8 schools, 410 teachers and 6,776 students. Total Revenue is $120,686,000 and is trending flat. Farmington Public School District spends $12,802 per student per year on instruction.