School Age Child Care (SACC) Program Assistant

Job Opening

Dover-Eyota Public Schools / School Age Child Care (SACC) Program Assistant

Posted: May/ 2026

School Age Child Care (SACC) Program Assistant

Looking for a fun, active job working with elementary children? Join the Dover-Eyota SACC team as a Program Assistant! The role offers the opportunity to support a quality childcare program, build leadership and teamwork skills, and make a positive impact in a structured, supportive environment - all while enjoying a weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends. Summer and school-year opportunities are available.

Why Join SACC?

• No nights or weekends, and all shifts end by 6:00 PM
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Paid training
• Enhances future job or college applications
  
  

Required

• Must be at least 18 years old to apply
• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, leadership, and positive leadership
• Ability to work effectively with children, parents/guardians, and staff
• Attend annual training dates (June 1 & 2, 2026), complete CPR training, and fulfill other MN DYCF training requirements.
• Complete district background checks and MN Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) NetStudy background check.
  
  

Preferred: Experience with school-age children is advantageous.

Role Overview

• Support a safe, positive, engaging, and inclusive childcare environment
• Build positive relationships with children and serve as a role model
• Lead and participate in games, activities, and group supervision
• Maintain clean and organized program spaces
• Exhibits a positive attitude and energy
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and families
• Comply with the MN DYCF-certified centers' requirements
  
  

Essential Skills And Working Conditions

• Ability to actively supervise and engage groups of children in a dynamic environment
• Ability to think critically, make decisions, and respond appropriately to children's behaviors and safety needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff
• Ability to remain active throughout the workday, including standing, walking, and participating in activities
• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat and cold.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations with flexibility and a positive attitude
  
  

Duties Include

• Supervise and actively engage children during activities, outdoor time, and transitions.
• Support positive behavior and reinforce program expectations
• Lead daily routines and programming
• Ensure child safety at all times
• Support communications between staff and families as needed
  
  

Position Details

• Summer 2026: 1 position open with varied hours (range from 20-35)
• School Year 2026-27: AM and PM Subs are needed
• Rate of pay: $16 per hour (with the possibility of an increase with the availability of a state grant).
• Hours: Monday-Friday; shifts scheduled between 6:30 am and 6 pm.
• Position Open: Until Filled
  
  

Apply early, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. Positions are open until filled.

Complete the online application at www.generalasp.com/desch/onlineapp.

District 533 is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse employees are valued and will find belonging and support at Dover-Eyota.

Dover-Eyota is a progressive, financially stable public school district located 12 miles east of Rochester, Minnesota. The district enjoys excellent community support and is known for providing a high-quality, comprehensive education in a safe, supportive environment. The district currently serves about 1,150 students in grades K-12 spread between two buildings on one conjoined campus. They offer outstanding staff support and an enthusiastic, collegial faculty.

All new employees are required to submit to a Child Protection Background Check and State NetStudy.

Dover-Eyota Public Schools, 615 South Ave. SW, Eyota, MN 55934 507-545-2125

Questions: contact Susan Keller-Schaefer at susankellerschaefer@deschools.org