Preschool Assistant, Part-time

Job Details

Location: Maine Park Leisure Center – Park Ridge, IL 60068
Salary Range: $17.00 – $19.50 per hour

Our preschool is seeking a collaborative and positive‑minded individual to serve as a Preschool Assistant in our 2‑year‑old classroom. The role involves playing with children, lesson planning, and prep work with the lead teacher. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8:45am to 11:45am. The position begins the week of August
17th.

• Play and interact with children in a nurturing, patient, and organized manner.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and fellow staff members.
• Occasionally stay after class for prep time.

• Experience working with young children.
• Advanced written and verbal communication in English.
• High school diploma required; an associate’s degree preferred.

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8:45am to 11:45am; occasional after‑class prep time may be required.

Employees enjoy facility benefits valued up to $6,000:

• Memberships at the Fitness Center, Ice Arena, and Activity Center (for Active Adults 55+).
• Indoor and outdoor pool use.
• Driving range – buckets of balls.
• Private room rental for special occasions.
• Classes such as fitness, Tae Kwon Do, and dog obedience.
• Discounted preschool and summer camps for dependents.

The Park Ridge Park District is an equal‑opportunity employer.