KinderKlub Assistant​/part-time

Incorporated in 1955, the Mt. Prospect Park District spans more than 454 acres and serves a community of over a quarter million residents. With seven primary facilities, 27 neighborhood parks, two outdoor pools, biking and walking paths, a dog park, and ample space for athletic programming, the District offers outstanding recreational programs, events, and services.

We are searching for a part‑time Kinder Klub Assistant for the Mt. Prospect Park District’s kindergarten enrichment program with Mount Prospect School District 57 for the 2026–2027 school year. Under the direction of the Early Childhood and Youth Manager, the Kinder Klub Assistant supervises and implements day‑to‑day activities for Kinder Klub participants.

The position is Monday through Friday, 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, from mid‑August through May (school year). Additional hours may be required for school days off, substituting, or summer hours. The staff meeting start date is mid‑August and the schedule may vary with the school calendar. Pay begins at $16.00+ per hour, depending on qualifications, with facility privileges for Park District employees.

• Assist the Kinder Klub Director in supervising program activities, including classroom preparation, clean‑up, behavior management, leading activities, and ensuring overall program success.
• Maintain a commitment to the development of each child’s self‑esteem by providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment through age‑appropriate activities.
• Enforce Kinder Klub rules and implement behavior management plans when necessary.
• 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.
• Integrate children with special needs in a positive and respectful manner.
• Administer basic first aid when required.
• Transport participants to and/or from Westbrook School via Park District vehicles.
• Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary to accomplish required tasks.
• Perform the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules; attend required training and meetings.
• Ensure compliance with required work hours:
  Monday–Friday, 11:30 AM–4:00 PM, from mid‑August through May.

• Dress in appropriate attire in accordance with the handbook.
• Limit use of cell phones to emergencies only.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment; return supplies and equipment to the appropriate locations when finished.
• Perform additional functions as assigned that may be considered essential.
• Complete any other duties assigned by the Early Childhood and Youth Manager, Director of Recreation, or Executive Director, including emergency duties.

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have prior experience working with kindergarten‑age children in a group setting.
• Must have the capacity to provide a high level of customer service to participants, parents, and caregivers.
• Must be able to maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees, children, and the general public.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive relationships with supervisors and co‑workers.
• Must be able to work with general direction from an immediate supervisor.
• Must have the capacity to work and maintain composure in periods of high activity and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to follow tasks through to completion.
• Must demonstrate leadership qualities and be self‑motivated to achieve assigned goals.
• Must be able to speak loudly and clearly in large group settings and communicate effectively with others to…