Extended Time (ET) Aide

Crystal Lake Park District; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Crystal Lake Park District is seeking an Extended Time Aide to support its before and after school program. You will welcome children, assist with activities, and help create a welcoming, safe environment across various Crystal Lake Elementary Schools.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and strong communication, with opportunities for growth and a fun, professional atmosphere in a community setting.

Qualifications

• Age 15 or older.
• Friendly and responsible with a love for kids.
• Strong communication and teamwork; able to follow through with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and ready to have fun while staying professional.
• Available to work weekday mornings, afternoons—or both!

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage with children as they arrive.
• Support games, crafts, homework, and more.
• Keep the space clean, organized, and safe.
• Set up breakfast or snacks (and clean up too!).
• Be a role model by supporting social, emotional, and physical development.
• Assist with daily setup and cleanup of activities.
• Assist the Site Supervisor to bring each day to life!

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Reliability

Job description

Extended Time Aide

Are you looking to make a difference, gain experience working with children, and have fun while doing it? Join our Extended Time team at the Crystal Lake Park District! We’re looking for enthusiastic and dependable individuals to help create a safe, welcoming, and playful environment for children in our before and after school program.

Location

Various Crystal Lake Elementary Schools

Hours

Monday-Friday, 6:15-8:45am and/or 3-6:15pm

What You’ll Do

• Welcome and engage with children as they arrive.
• Support games, crafts, homework, and more.
• Keep the space clean, organized, and safe.
• Set up breakfast or snacks (and clean up too!)
• Be a role model by supporting social, emotional, and physical development.
• Assist with daily setup and cleanup of activities.
• Assist the Site Supervisor to bring each day to life!

What We’re Looking For

• Age 15 or older (perfect for high schoolers looking to build experience!)
• Friendly and responsible with a love for kids.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.Takes initiative and can follow through with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and ready to have fun while staying professional.
• Available to work weekday mornings, afternoons—or both!

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience working with children (babysitting, camps, tutoring, etc.)
• Interest in education, recreation, child development, or teaching
• CPR/First Aid certification (not required but nice to have!)

Why Join Us?

• Make a real impact in your community.
• Flexible hours around your school or personal schedule.
• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Build skills in leadership, communication, and child development.
• Opportunities for growth within the Crystal Lake Park District.

Apply Today

If you're ready to jump into a job that’s meaningful, flexible, and FUN — apply today to become an Extended Time Aide!

Crystal Lake Park District is an equal opportunity employer. For a full listing of our benefit offering please click.