Preschool Substitute Teacher

Minnehaha Academy is a PreK – 12 Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. 

Our mission is to provide a high quality education integrating the Christian faith and learning.  

Minnehaha Academy has openings for preschool substitutes beginning for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Description

• The hours are 8:00-3:30 (with the possibility of until 4:30pm as needed) with an unpaid 30-minute lunch break
• Wage will be $150.00 per full day, pro-rated if work different hours that those above
• There are no benefits available with this position

Purpose

• To provide support to the preschool teachers in implementing the daily learning plans and schedules
• To assist preschool students in their developmental growth following the direction of the preschool teacher
• To provide supervision of the preschool students in a calm and caring manner during the preschool day

Primary Functions

• Assist in delivery of instruction and support the physical, cognitive, social and emotional well-being of the children
• Assist in day-to-day classroom operations 
• Supervise children throughout the day, including lunch, recess, rest times and after school care (Extended Day Program) for preschool students

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma and either a). 2,080 hours as an aide or student intern or b). 12 quarter credits
• Experience in Early Childhood and/or working with preschool children, parents and staff
• Passion for working and playing with children
• Timeliness, reliability and dependability
• Strong people skills to interact positively with the children, parents, and staff
• Ability to plan and implement age appropriate activities
• Support and implementing the mission of the school 
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification preferred
• Ability to complete a background check and DHS required training and courses 
• Ability to lift 40 pounds