CATHOLIC ● DISCIPLESHIP ● EDUCATION

Saint Boniface School is seeking a part-time Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Assistant. The position follows the 2026-2027 school year calendar. The position is from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, and 11:00 AM-3:30 PM on Fridays, following the academic school day calendar. 

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• $15/hour

• Bonuses available after 30 days

• Positive & supportive environment

• Minimal discipline issues

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Requirements

1. Must be at least 18 years old

2. High school diploma or equivalent

3. Meets Minnesota DHS Rule 9503 Assistant Teacher qualifications (or working toward)

4. Experience working with children required

5. Coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred or willingness to obtain

6. Must pass DHS background study

7. Other trainings required if hired

Send 3 letters of recommendation, resume, and transcript to Heather Pfannenstein at: principal@christcatholic.com

 

Job Description

 

Responsibilities

1. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant works under the supervision of the pre-kindergarten teacher and the elementary principal.

2. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant is responsible for fulfilling all duties as assigned by the pre-kindergarten teacher and approved by the elementary principal.

 

Personal

1. The hours for the pre-kindergarten teacher assistant position shall be determined by the principal each year and based on enrollment in each section. 

2. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall dress in a professional manner conducive to working with early childhood children.

3. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall respect the confidentiality of children and families and any private information relating to the pre-kindergarten children at Saint Boniface.

 

Supervision and Safety

1. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant is responsible for assisting in the supervision and safety of all pre-kindergarten children as directed by the pre-kindergarten teacher.  

2. In the absence of the pre-kindergarten teacher, the pre-kindergarten teacher assistant is responsible for all areas of supervision and safety as listed under the job description of the pre-kindergarten teacher.

 

Classroom Management and Discipline

1. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant is responsible for becoming acquainted with the discipline plan and implementing that plan under the direction of the pre-kindergarten teacher.  

2. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall encourage participation by the children in the responsibilities of clean-up and care of equipment.

3. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall be responsible for other management duties as directed by the pre-kindergarten teacher.

 

Professional Development

1. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall be responsible for maintaining current first aid and CPR certification and yearly training. 

2. The pre-kindergarten teacher assistant shall have a background study done upon employment as mandated by Minnesota State Law.