Program Assistant

Overview Families First of Minnesota is seeking a Program Assistant for full-time, part-time year at Mount Olive and The Place – Rochester, MN. The role supports a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment for children and collaborates with center staff, parents, children, and community members. Responsibilities Supervise children and facilitate daily and weekly activities. Provide guidance to children in social interactions and support a positive classroom environment. Maintain professional interactions with center staff, parents, children, and external partners as applicable. Qualifications Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. Demonstrated enrollment in a program toward completion of these credentials within two years is acceptable. Experience or training in Early Childhood is preferred but not required. Compensation and Schedule Exempt position scheduled for 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, between 7:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., with occasional evening events. Compensation starts at $21.04/hour, based on education level. Benefits include Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, and 403(b) Retirement Savings, in addition to paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and personal holidays. About Us Families First of Minnesota, formerly known as Child Care Resource and Referral, is a non-profit organization committed to positive outcomes for young children and their families. For over 60 years, Families First has served as a resource for families, children, childcare professionals, and early education programs in SE Minnesota. Programs include Head Start, Early Head Start, School Readiness, Child Care Aware, Early Learning Scholarships, Crisis Nursery, and Child Care Consultation. Families First of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a multi-cultural, bias-free agency. Contact Information Name: Jennifer Guldan Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr