What are the responsibilities and job description for the OST Activity Supervisor position at Hopkins Public Schools?
- Support the Kids & Company mission to provide a fun, safe enriching experience in a respectful and nurturing environment and promote life-long learning skills in all students and youth during out-of-school time and uphold the five core values.
- Support the program goals by:
- Providing opportunities for students to learn by making choices that contribute to both their growth in life-long learning skills and their development into becoming respectful and responsible adults.
- Providing a safe and inclusive environment where all students have belonging, opportunity, and resources
- Providing students with new experiences and involvement in the community
- Supporting families by providing community resources and support.
- Providing opportunities for students to succeed by collaborating with Special Services and Classroom teachers in relation to child studies, TSAT, Transition meetings, and IEP management.
- Lead the development of curriculum and daily schedule that fosters the individual growth and development of all students and youth, in before and after school care, non-school days, special events, and field trips.
- Develop and implement effective and enriching anti-bias, anti- racist, inclusive environment and curriculum in alignment with Vision 2031, Hopkins Public Schools mission, Kids & Company mission, and MNSACA standards.
- Support students when special needs arise, including but not limited to, toileting, de-escalation, and limited program accommodations when needed.
- Assist overall supervision of children and in staffing ratio.
- Establish and maintain an effective communication strategy to keep students, their families, Kids & Company and school staff, and community.
- Work with the Lead Supervisor to enroll and orient new and existing families to Kids & Company
- Orient, train, coach, supervise, and evaluate site staff and assist in implementing staff professional development and teamwork.
- Maintain staff professional development records based on identified needs of staff and program improvement goals including required training to meet DHS and MNSACA standards.
- Assist in the coordination of Non-School Day staffing and schedules, including assigning substitutes
- Coordinate the ordering of snacks, materials and supplies to deliver quality programming.
- Implement and follow DHS Standards as a CCAP certified center
- Assist with the maintenance of accurate student records, and any other business forms as needed.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality regarding staff, students, and their families.
- Implement and manage quarterly Supervisor Professional Learning Community meetings
- Performing other related tasks and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the OST Lead Supervisor.
- B.S. degree in education or related field or equivalent of education and experience
- Previous successful experience working with elementary age children in a recreational setting (at least two years of experience preferred)
- Knowledge of developmental needs of children.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and children.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required or within 30 days of hire date.
JobID: 6621
Position Type:
Community Education
Community Education
Date Posted:
7/30/2025
7/30/2025
Location:
Glen Lake Elementary
Glen Lake Elementary
At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
SUMMARY:
The OST Activity Supervisor (OAS) is responsible for understanding and implementing Kids & Company program philosophy, policies, and procedures. Through maintaining a safe, healthy environment for students following program health and safety procedures. In addition, The OAS is responsible for developing curriculum and daily schedules that allows students to build relationships, explore interests, new experiences, through culturally representative and responsive enrichment and academic skill building. OAS, will supervise, direct, train, and evaluate the performance of activity assistants and volunteers. The OAS, will partner with the OST Lead Supervisor, to plan, organize, and supervise age appropriate field trips and special events for children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Hours & Compensation:
4.5hrs per day, 261 days.
K&Co Handbook.
Range: $21.14 to $27.56 hourly.
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE
Salary : $21 - $28
