Job summary: To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing support in developing and implementing a Community Engagement pre-school child care program that reflects the diverse interests, talents, perspectives and learning styles of the children served  in a manner consistent with the philosophies, policies, practices, goals and expectations of Osseo Area Schools and the Four Star Express program.

About Four Star: Four Star Express is a high-quality early learning program for four-year-old students that aligns with the district’s mission: To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning. Four Star Express is a unique, full-day childcare program located within the school setting, designed to nurture, prepare, and support the growth of four-year-old children as they get ready for kindergarten.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Develop ongoing program.  Gather input from parents, staff, and children to use in planning.
• Greet parents and children.
• Work with and support all children in the program.
• Implement and participate in the Four Star Express program that meets the social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of the children.
• Promote effective use of time, materials, and standards for student discipline.
• In cooperation with Site Supervisor, maintain the continual well being of the children in the program.  This includes individual child conferences as needed with parents and staff.
• Develop and implement a written plan of program activities on a regular basis.
• Participate in all children's activities; leads small group activities.
• Maintain an attractive, safe, and functional room environment; includes bulletin boards, lockers/closets, and supervising clean-up time.  Assist in the planning and purchasing of supplies and equipment.
• Attend all staff meetings, in-service workshops, Four Star Express sponsored events, and parent advisory meetings to maintain effective communication between the program and parents.
• Keep child related/program related records, such as attendance, programs, schedules, and others as determined by the Program Manager.
• Be knowledgeable of the overall philosophy of Four Star Express and the policies and procedures of the individual program.

Health and Safety

• Follow all District, program, and building health and safety procedures.
• Communicate accidents/incidents concerning children/staff verbally and in writing to Program Leaders and/or families as needed.
• Ensure all students are actively supervised at all times (indoor/outdoor play, meal times and nap/rest times), including those requiring extra support. 

Supervision and Security

• Actively supervise all children in the program at all times.
• Accurately count and track students throughout transitions, activities, spaces and field trips to ensure all children are accounted for at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of children and families.
• Support field trips and adjust hours and/or locations as needed.

Communication, Teamwork, and Partnerships

• Collaborate with instructors and program leaders and staff to ensure the well-being of children and to provide enriching activities.
• Follow up with families regarding concerns or feedback and complete necessary documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting families and ensuring children are signed in/out of the program.
• Welcomes and values diversity in thought, culture, and perspective, fostering an inclusive environment free of judgment.
• Assist with preparation of materials, meals/snacks and clean up tasks.
• Perform additional site duties as assigned.

Inclusive Environment

• Dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all families, children, and staff regardless of abilities, ethnicities, genders, and religious beliefs. 
• Assisting and supporting individuals accommodations may include extra individual support. 
• Assist with medical, physical, or behavioral needs as necessary.
• Operate adaptive equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices, assistive technology) and ensure proper use.
• Assist children with self-care tasks (e.g., feeding, dressing, toileting) Lifting, moving and transitioning may be necessary for repositioning and/or functional tasks as needed.
• Under the direction of a licensed school nurse or registered nurse, perform basic medical procedures to include, but not limited to, tube feedings, seizure recognition and precautions, etc.

Quality Programming

• Facilitate and organize enriching opportunities for children across different groups, abilities, and identities.
• Support, collaborate with a team to facilitate enriching activities that promote a child's social, emotional, intellectual, developmental and physical well-being.
• Lead or assist in small and/or large group activities and transitions.
• Actively engage with children, role modeling positive behavior, supervision, and leadership.
• Follow and uphold the mission, philosophy, guidelines, policies, and procedures of the District and Kidstop program.
• Support the implementation of schedules and routines that meet children’s developmental needs. 

Professional Development

• All new hires must complete a background check and all required pre-employment paperwork prior to their start date.
• Attend staff meetings, in-service training/workshops, and program-sponsored events.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age, but 21 years of age is preferred at the time of employment.
• Must have two years of credit towards a bachelor's degree and 2,080 hours of direct work experience in a preschool kindergarten readiness setting for children eligible for kindergarten the following school year.
• Experience must include assessing children's cognitive skills with a child assessment instrument when the child enters the program and when a child leaves the program.
• Current First Aid and CPR training or within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications include: 

• Planning and implementing early childhood instructional content, through hands-on learning lab instruction and play that enhances the child's skills in literacy, math, science, social, music and technology.
• Prefer a bachelor's degree, and 1,040 hours of direct work experience in a preschool kindergarten readiness setting for children eligible for kindergarten the following school year.

Hours:  8 hrs/day; 5 days/week (8:00am-4:30pm) 
Job Type:  Full-time, School Year
Bargaining Unit:  Kidstop Instructors 

Salary: Please see page four of the collective bargaining agreement for Kidstop Instructors.

Desired start date: Insert desired start date if indicated 

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work 
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• ...and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy. 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.