Preschool Substitute Assistant Teacher; part-time

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.

We are searching for a part-time Substitute Preschool Assistant Teacher to assist with teaching preschool-age children, as well as planning, organizing and implementing day-to-day activities as needed.

The PT Preschool Substitute Assistant Teacher must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check. Additionally, the PT Preschool Substitute Assistant Teacher will primarily fill in as needed, during the school year, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–1:00 PM or 12:00–4:00 PM. Please see the details below for more information about the job duties and qualifications for the PT Preschool Assistant Teacher.

The starting pay for the PT Preschool Substitute Assistant Teacher is $16.00 per hour. Plus, Park District employees also receive facility privileges.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in supervising program activities, including classroom preparation, clean-up, behavior management, leading activities, and ensuring a successful preschool classroom.
• Understand the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of children ages 2.5–6 years.
• Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–1:00 PM or 12:00–4:00 PM, from September through May, to fill in, as needed. Staff meetings will begin mid-August.
• Demonstrate knowledge of developmental learning progressions and the ability to assess children’s needs.
• Provide a variety of age-appropriate and relevant activities and materials.
• Establish positive and nurturing relationships with all children in the program.
• Interact and build relationships with parents.
• Help maintain a clean and organized classroom to provide a warm, safe environment for children to learn and grow.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher and other preschool instructors.
• Perform the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Administer first aid when required.
• Dress in appropriate attire in accordance with the handbook.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Attend all preschool staff meetings, open houses, and other special events as scheduled and directed by the Early Childhood & Youth Manager.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
• Integrate all children in a positive and respectful manner.
• Secondary Duties: 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.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned by the Early Childhood and Youth Manager, Director of Recreation, and/or Executive Director.

Qualifications:

• In emergencies, perform all other duties as required.
• Must be a high school graduate with early childhood experience.
• Must be able to care for, work with, and relate to children.
• Must be able to maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees, children, and the general public. Must display a pleasant personality.
• Must have a solid work record demonstrating a positive attitude, reliability, initiative, tact, and productivity.
• Must possess the capacity to remain composed during periods of high activity and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to follow tasks through to completion.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with supervisors and co-workers.
• Must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work.
• Must be self-motivated and able to achieve assigned goals.

Physical Requirements:

• The Preschool Substitute Assistant Teacher will be required to regularly squat to a child’s level, stand and walk for extended periods, sit in child-size chairs, lift 20+…