Early Childhood Preschool Aide
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Job Location:
Downers Grove, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 18 - 20
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Preschool Teachers Aide
About us:The Downers Grove Park District offers quality parksfacilitiesand programs for people of all ages to enjoy and explore. Home to 48 parks a recreation center history museum nature center golf course community center and moretheressomething for everyone at Downers Grove Park District! Learn more at .
The Opportunity:We are seeking a Preschool Teachers Aide to join our team at our Lincoln Center location (935 Maple Ave Downers Grove IL) toassistwith our preschool classrooms ages 2-4. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a daycare or preschool setting and a passion for early childhood education. The Preschool Teachers Aide willassistthe lead teachers supervise children and create a nurturing and acceptingenvironmentfor all students.
Pay:The range for this part-time position is $18-$20 per hour.
Benefits:
Free Fitness Membership at 4500 Fitness
Red Cross First Aid and CPR Training
Schedule:Part-time school year (mid-August through May) position (notto exceed1000 hours).This position will be expected to work the following schedule:
Monday Wednesday Friday 8:30-1:45pm
Monday Wednesday Friday 8:30-1:45pm
Tuesday Thursday 11:00am-1:45pm
Additional opportunities for floating hours or call-in substituting may be available outside of scheduled may be available during the summer months in theDistrictspreschool day camp program.
Additional opportunities for floating hours or call-in substituting may be available outside of scheduled may be available during the summer months in theDistrictspreschool day camp program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assistin developing and implementing lesson plans
- Supervise children andensure their safety at all times
- Create a nurturing and acceptingenvironmentfor all students
- Understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and needs of each student
- Assistin the development of each childs social emotional and cognitive skills
- Be flexible and able to adapt to changing situations and needs
Qualifications:
- 18 years of age or older
- Experience working in a daycare or preschool setting or recreation setting with preschool-aged children
- Understanding of early childhood development and education
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for working with young children
What sets us apart:
- Supportive and friendly coworkers
- Collaborative and connected management
- Develop your problem-solving communication and leadership experience
- Work for a Distinguished Agency Park District
Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation
Consistent with its obligations under the law the Park District will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
