Assistant Teacher - School Age; Part Time

Attention Teachers & Future Teachers:
Bring your energy, creativity, and love for children to Kids Country! Help create a safe, engaging, and fun after‑school experience for school‑age children while working alongside an amazing team.

Kids Country is currently in search of a part‑time Assistant Teacher to join our After School Classroom!

Hours for this position would be primarily 2 pm–6 pm. There may be additional opportunities for hours on days there are no school or as needed throughout the center.

We are willing to work around your college schedule, with the ability to change your schedule as your courses change each semester.

• Assisting the lead teacher in daily activities such as art, science, music and movement.
• Interacting and building relationships with students, parents, and other teachers.
• Going on field trips.
• Creating and leading a supportive, nurturing learning environment.
• Teaching children how to interact with the world around them.
• Encouraging children to grow and develop social, emotional, and physical skills.

• 18+ years of age.
• 1+ year experience in a childcare center.
• 2+ years of full‑time college credits in Education or a related field; or be working toward a degree in Education.
• Meets the requirements under MN Rule 3 to be an Assistant Teacher.
• CPR/First Aid Certified, or willing to become certified.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children and families.

Kids Country Child Care and Learning Center is a value‑guided center that cares for children ages 6 weeks through 11 years old. We provide separate classrooms, playgrounds, and programming for each age group on a 25‑acre health care campus in Sartell, MN.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• FSA/HSA with employer contribution
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary pre‑tax benefits, including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
• Voluntary after‑tax benefits, including Short‑Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Term Life Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
• 401(k) program with an employer match of up to 4%
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a free, confidential program offering resources for mental and emotional well‑being, legal services, financial wellness consultations, and more

• Longevity bonuses
• Year‑end appreciation gifts and routine wage increases
• Annual Staff Appreciation Week featuring large prizes, a grand celebration, and more
• Consistent recognition efforts throughout the year
• Excellent advancement opportunities across more than 20 unique departments

Country Manor partners with dozens of local Central Minnesota businesses to offer employees a Corporate Perks Program, including discounts on shopping, restaurants, gym memberships, haircuts, and more. Employees may also receive 15% off tuition through our partnership with Rasmussen University, along with access to thousands of nationwide discounts on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through Tickets At Work .

Country Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Country Manor provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

This is a part‑time Monday‑Friday position. Hours are primarily 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. We are willing to work around your college schedules!