KinderKlub Director; part-time​/IMRF

Position Overview

Incorporated in 1955 and encompassing more than 454 acres, the Mt. Prospect Park District provides outstanding recreational programs, events, parks, facilities and services. With seven primary facilities and 27 neighborhood parks, the Park District is an integral part of a thriving multi-generational community. District open space includes two outdoor pools, biking and walking paths, a dog park and sizable space for outdoor athletic programming.

The District covers over 11 square miles and serves a region of over a quarter million residents in Mount Prospect and surrounding communities.

The Mt. Prospect Park District is a proud recipient of the 2026 Illinois Parks and Recreation Association Exceptional Workplace Award!

We are searching for a part-time Kinder Klub Director (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Pension eligible) for the Park District's Kindergarten enrichment program for Mount Prospect School District 57 students, for the  school year. The PT-IMRF Kinder Klub Director is responsible for teaching Kindergarten age children and for planning, organizing, supervising and implementing day-to-day activities.

The PT-IMRF Kinder Klub Director can expect to work during the school year from August through June, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually. Working the required hours is an essential function of this position.

The PT-IMRF Kinder Klub Director must be at least 21 years old, hold and maintain a valid driver’s license, and be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

The pay rate for the PT-IMRF Athletics Coordinator is $18+, depending on qualifications. Plus, we offer park district facility and programming usage benefits, vacation and holiday pay, IMRF pension benefits and a deferred compensation savings plan.

• Responsible for planning, supervision and safety of the program and activities for the children that meet the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of both the individual and the group.
• Execute appropriate practices in early childhood, education, classroom management techniques and appropriate guidance and discipline techniques.
• Must be available Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, August through early June.
• Prepare the classroom and clean-ups before and after the day’s activities.
• Operate Park District vehicles to transport students to and/or from school.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, in order to provide a warm, safe environment for the children to learn and grow.
• Provide a variety of activities and materials that are age appropriate and relevant to young children.
• Use appropriate and positive behavior management when necessary.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Oversee the Kinder Klub Assistants and work cohesively with others.
• Maintain open communication with parents regarding participant daily events.
• Display a pleasant personality and work record demonstrating positive attitude, reliability, initiative, tact and productivity.
• Attend regular meetings and any other departmental special events as requested.
• Administer basic first aid, when required.

• Perform additional duties as assigned which may be considered essential.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment, return supplies and equipment to the appropriate location when finished.
• All other duties as assigned by the Early Childhood and Youth Manager, Director of Recreation and/or Executive Director. However, in an emergency, perform all other duties as required.

• Must possess an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor’s degree and/or experience in a teaching role with college hours.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood, education, classroom management techniques and appropriate guidance and discipline techniques.
• Must be available to work during the school year, from August through June, from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Working the required hours is an essential function of this position.
• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license to operate MPPD vehicles.
• Must be able to care, work and relate to children ages 5-6 years old.
• Must have the…