Kid Zone Instructor Float

Position Overview

Position Type:
Community Education/ Kid Zone Instructor

Date Posted: 2/24/2026

Location:

District Office/District Wide

Date Available:

TBD

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

This is a teaching position that assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of school age care and enrichment activities, programs and services for children grades K-5 in a safe and enriching environment.

• Develops and implements age-appropriate theme‑based curriculum that aligns with the Minnesota School Age Indicators of Progress.
• Delivers a high standard of customer service, serving as the primary contact for program‑specific needs, problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and making accommodations for all participants.
• Works directly with large and small groups of children in planned activities throughout a variety of settings such as classroom, cafeteria, gym, playground, and field trips.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, engaging environment for all children.

• Hours per day vary Monday – Friday.
• Minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Locations vary.
• 180 days per year plus field trips.

• $25.41–$28.62 per hour, depending on experience.
• Non‑Licensed Instructors – Contract.

• B.A. or B.S. Degree in Elementary Education (preferred).
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in settings of high volume.
• Ability to work outdoors in various kinds of weather.
• Skilled in use of computer.

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• All employees working 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week) or more are offered full‑time benefits including low‑cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
• Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at 0.5 FTE or more.
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part‑time voluntary benefits including low‑cost vision and legal insurance.
• Health benefits include:
• Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST
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• Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
• Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
• Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 403(b) retirement investment account offering employer matching under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan (PERA for non‑instructional, TRA for instructional) provides income at retirement.
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability insurance (teachers at 0.5 FTE or more).
• Tax‑free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential, no‑cost support for a wide variety of needs.
• Virtual fitness services to support health and well‑being.
• Training, classes, and professional development support.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Supports workforce diversity. Internal and external applicants apply online at