JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, it is the Preschool Teacher's responsibility to provide a favorable learning atmosphere for preschool aged children. The pre-school teacher must plan, organize, conduct and evaluate the curriculum and teaching methods on a continuous basis. The H-F Park District's mission statement is "to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment".
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
- Plan and conduct the preschool curriculum for the year in conjunction with the other Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Preschool Teachers, Preschool Teacher Aides, and the guidelines.
- Perform up to 3 hours of preparation work outside of classroom hours each week.
- Produce specific class newsletters as required by Recreation Supervisor.
- Maintain bulletin boards that are aesthetically pleasing, educationally relevant, and current.
- Plan class parties, social functions, and special events that actively engage both students and parents/families.
- Continue to provide a quality of teaching that is in compliance with the high standards of the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District preschool program.
- Set up and clean equipment each day as required by the facility used.
- Comply with all part-time personnel policies.
- Consistent teacher attendance is required
- Assist in setting the policies of the school.
- Make suggestions for ordering supplies and equipment.
- Attend all open house events outside of classroom hours.
- Attend additional and educational seminars and workshops at recommendation of Recreation Supervisor.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the Safety Manual.
- Other related job duties as assigned.
COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Ability to be persistence
- Ability to be creative.
- Ability to conduct and evaluate teaching curriculum.
- Ability to inspire others.
JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Desire to work with and an enjoyment of children.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- B.S. in Education or Early Childhood Degree and/or current Illinois teaching certificate preferred.
- At least five years of experience working with early childhood population/curriculum preferred.
- First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
STANDING: Extended periods of time while instructing
SITTING: Minimal
WALKING: Frequently - supervision of children, walking to playgrounds
LIFTING: Occasional - supplies, child up to 50 lbs.
STOOPING: Frequently - assisting children with class work
REACHING: Frequently - supplies in cabinets, hanging pictures, bulletin boards
CLIMBING: Occasional storage
VERBAL: Communicate with groups and one on one
VISION: Write, type, read, supervise children and their safety.
Part-Time Benefits:
- Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
- Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
- Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
- Individual Lions pool pass
- 20% off (1) facility rental/year
- 20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
- 20% off program fees
- Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
- Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
- 457 Retirement Plan
- Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
- Additional benefits for facility employees only.
- Paid CPR/AED training and certification
- Paid Leave Time Off