Education Intern Proctor

Peoria Park District; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted recreation classes

Free admission to select facilities

Job summary

The Peoria Park District invites applications for an on-site internship at the Proctor Recreation Center in Peoria, IL. This grant-funded program offers an hourly wage of $15.00–$17.00 and requires current high school or undergraduate students aged 16+ (Sept 2026–Dec 2026).

You will supervise youth, assist with homework and activities, manage supplies, communicate effectively, and participate in district events and staff development.

Qualifications

• Education must be current for Sept 2026–Dec 2026.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Grant-funded internship with defined hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist youth with homework, computers, or activities.
• Ensure proper use of supplies and equipment.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written situations.
• Follow all Peoria Park District rules and procedures.
• Assist in signature events and professional development sessions.
• Participate in safety programs and team-building activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Group management

Professionalism

Safety awareness

Education

High school or undergraduate student

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PROCTOR RECREATION CENTER - PEORIA, IL 61605

Position Type: Internship

Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Duties:

• Supervise and assist youth with homework, computers, or other after-school or program activities.
• Ensure the proper use of supplies and equipment during activities.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written situations.
• Follow all Peoria Park District rules, policies, and procedures.
• As part of the internship program, all interns will assist in several Peoria Park District signature events, as assigned.
• All interns will participate in professional development sessions and team-building activities as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Peoria Park District's safety program.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Education: Current high school or college undergraduate student (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026). Must be 16 years old. This is a grant-funded position available to both high school-aged individuals up to 15 hours per week and college undergraduate-aged individuals up to 20 hours per week.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Ability and willingness to perform assigned job duties.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, evenings and holidays, as assigned.
• Ability to learn and implement group management skills and activities to a diverse population.
• Ability to physically participate in activities with youth.
• Ability to follow internship dress code of business casual attire.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, safe, and equitable to both internal and external customers.

Perks:

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.