Pre-K Teacher Assistant (Full-Time)

Job Summary:

Come join the team at a gold medal award-winning park district! We are looking for passionate, dedicated early childhood professionals to work in our thriving full day preschool program for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. Under the direction of the Early Childhood Classroom Coordinator, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting Lead Teachers in the Children’s Circle Full Day Preschool program. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position, and hours will be 9AM-6PM, M-F. 

Qualifications:

Must meet all necessary DCFS qualifications including a high school diploma or equivalency certificate and be at least 19 years of age or older. Early childhood college credits and previous experience in a DCFS licensed program is preferred. Must possess general knowledge of DCFS licensing standards and developmentally appropriate practices.

Required Knowledge:

Good understanding and working knowledge of DCFS standards and regulations are required. A knowledge of the philosophy of public recreation and the ability to communicate this to others is also required—a proven technical knowledge of the position's content.

Required Skills:

Must be dependable and flexible, with good safety awareness and sound judgment.  Workers must be able to understand and follow rules and instructions.  Must have the ability to read, write, and organize material. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher with lesson planning and implementation.
• Take responsibility for upkeep of classroom, equipment and facilities.
• Assist children in clean-up activities; keep all cleaning charts updated.
• Administer physician prescribed medication with written parental authorization; chart all prescription medications
• Remind parents to sign their child “in” and “out” when entering and leaving the center.
• Shall assist children in establishing good toileting and personal hygiene habits.
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety.
• Interact directly with the children throughout the day--speak with the children at their eye level; be seated on the floor during group times; interact with the children during free play and large motor activities.
• Eat all meals/snacks with the children and assist in the development of good nutrition habits.
• Be willing to participate in activities leading to professional growth in child development.
• Maintain prompt hours; notify Early Childhood Classroom Coordinator in event of illness.
• Ensure compliance with all DCFS policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Follow all policies of the center and of the Glencoe Park District.
• Attend staff meetings, school functions, and complete any other assigned duties.
  

Hours:

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible position, and hours will be 9AM-6PM, M-F. Due to the nature of park district programming, evening, weekend, and some holiday hours may be expected.

Pay Scale:

This is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. The intended starting pay for this position is $18.31 per hour, with a full pay scale ranging from $18.31 to $26.00 per hour. This position is intended start date is June 2025. 

Final compensation will be determined in good faith based on an evaluation of the candidate's qualifications, experience, and the recommendation of the Early Childhood Director, or the Deputy Director/Director of Recreation and Facilities.  

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life Insurance (basic & voluntary additional coverage)
• IMRF Defined Benefit Pension
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
• 457 Defined Contribution Plans
• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and personal time)
• Paid Family Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Park District Membership, Program and Rental Discounts

*To review the full job description, please contact the hiring manager.

Glencoe Park District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $18 - $26