Preschool Aide

Preschool Aide

2026-27 School Year

Minnehaha Academy is a Preschool – 12th grade 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 an immediate opening for a preschool aide for the 2026-2027 school year.

The salary range for this role is $19 - $22 per hour, depending on experience and education.

Description:

• This position is Monday, Wednesday, Friday, school days and professional development days only.

• This is an hourly position. The hours are approximately 8:30 - 3:10 pm with 6 hours 10 minutes of paid time and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break and a 15-minute paid break. 

• The hourly wage will be determined by our Human Resource Director based on education and experience. 

• 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 ensure students are supervised with a gentle and compassionate presence

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 before school care, lunch, recess, and rest times for preschool students

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma and either a). 2,080 hours as an aide or student intern or b). 12 approved college accredited 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 Christian-based mission of the school 

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

• Ability to complete a background check and DCYF required training and courses 

• Ability to lift 40 pounds

• Ability to support our mission by relating the Christian faith to learning and life 

If you are interested in working at Minnehaha Academy, please visit www.minnehahaacademy.net to complete the online application and attach a resume.  

Minnehaha Academy is an equal opportunity employer.