JobID:

2410

Position Type:

Community Education/Discovery Kids Childcare Date Posted:

7/15/2026

Location:

Orono Schools Discovery Center Date Available:

As Soon As Possible Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Childcare Aide/Assistant –

Discovery Kids Schedule:

Full-Time (40 hours per week, Monday – Friday)

Program Status:

4-Star Parent Aware & NAEYC Accredited Why You'll Love Working Here Do you love high-fives, lightbulb moments, and making a genuine difference in a child's world? At Discovery Kids Childcare, we believe that early education should be joyful, nurturing, and collaborative. As a Childcare Aide/Assistant, you aren't just an employee, you are a vital partner in creating a high-quality learning environment. If you want to grow your career in a supportive, NAEYC-accredited, 4-star Parent Aware program and a part of the Orono Public Schools! Additionally, you will have a dependable Monday-through-Friday schedule (hello, free weekends!), we would love to have you on our team.

The Opportunity:

What You'll Do You will work side-by-side with our Lead Teachers to deliver a creative curriculum that fosters the social, emotional, and academic growth of every child. Support the

Learning Journey Active Engagement:

Dive into play and structured activities to help children hit exciting new developmental milestones. Co-Pilot the

Classroom:

Keep the daily flow seamless by helping set up and clean up fun learning centers.

Keep Things Safe & Healthy Gold-Standard Safety:

Maintain a highly organized, safe, and clean environment.

Snack Time Success:

Prepare and serve nutritious snacks according to DCYF Childcare Licensing and Minnesota Department of Health guidelines. Build a Welcoming Community Be a

Friendly Face:

Act as a warm, welcoming presence for our families every single day.

Respectful Partnerships:

Maintain professional, confidential, and respectful communication that honors diverse parenting styles.

Keep Growing:

Monitor classroom supplies, participate in team staff meetings, and engage in ongoing professional development to sharpen your skills. What You Bring (Qualifications)

Early Childhood Experience:

Proven experience working in an early childhood setting with stellar professional references to match.

Superb Organization:

The ability to stay organized and flexible in the dynamic, fast-paced environment of an accredited preschool. A Heart for

Inclusion:

A deep commitment to confidentiality, inclusivity, and building a respectful community for all children and families.

Reliability:

Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

What We Offer Work-Life Balance:

A consistent, full-time schedule with no weekend shifts.

Professional Pride:

The chance to work within a highly respected, top-tier accredited program.

A Collaborative Team:

A supportive environment where your voice is heard and your growth is championed.

Compensation:

$15.75 - $17.35 per hour

DOQ Benefits:

INSURANCE

Single Health:

90% Covered by District Employee + 1

Health:

75% Covered by

District Family Health:

75% Covered by

District Dental:

100% covered by District Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

VACATION AND HOLIDAYS

Vacation:

10 Days.

Holidays:

11 Paid Holiday/Year

OTHER BENEFITS

Incentive Pay:

1%

RETIREMENT/PENSION

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

Application Procedure:

All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website:

www.oronoschools.org

Contact:

Kaela Gallup, Program Coordinator 952-746-5892 kaela.gallup@orono.k12.mn.us or Dr. Scott Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us