Floating Preschool Aide: Support & Inspire Young Learners

Mortongroveparks; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pool membership

Fitness membership

Fitness classes

Access to park district programs

Job summary

Mortongroveparks is seeking a Floating Preschool Aide to support Preschool Teacher activities and substitute as needed. You will assist in planning, engage children in diverse activities, and help design lesson plans under teacher guidance.

Responsibilities include maintaining discipline, observing student health, and coordinating with parents. The role requires punctuality, teamwork, and ability to lift supplies, with benefits like pool and gym access through the park district.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Work experience in a preschool/early childhood setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and creatively.
• CPR and first aid certifications required or will train.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the planning of the program and activities of the children.
• Will initiate, interact and encourage children in a variety of activities throughout the day.
• Assist the Teacher in planning and preparing daily and weekly lesson plans. May be responsible for designing own lesson plan with the consent of the Teacher.
• Uses appropriate and positive discipline.
• Assist the Teacher by passing on observations regarding the children’s health, behavior, and development.
• Arrive and depart on time.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• To assist in maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• May be asked to assist in other classrooms.
• Prepare the classroom prior to the school year and clean up at the completion of the school year.
• Direct and assist parent helpers in preparing materials and classroom for daily use.
• Supervise the use and care of Park District supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with parents, recreation supervisor, co-workers, and the community.
• Complete an Accident Report form for all injuries to children while in attendance at preschool and inform supervisor immediately.
• Submit timecard and payment requests in timely manner.
• Maintain up-to-date records on students including emergency information.

Skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Independent/Creative Work

Job description

Mortongroveparks is seeking a Floating Preschool Aide to support Preschool Teacher activities and substitute as needed. You will assist in planning, engage children in diverse activities, and help design lesson plans under teacher guidance.

Responsibilities include maintaining discipline, observing student health, and coordinating with parents. The role requires punctuality, teamwork, and ability to lift supplies, with benefits like pool and gym access through the park district.