Full Day Preschool Lead Teacher

Wilmette Park District; Wilmette (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Skating membership

Pool & beach membership

Golf membership unlimited

Tennis membership

Fitness membership

Recreational program discounts

Golf/Tennis pro shop discount

Cost +15%

Job summary

The Wilmette Park District is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to develop age-appropriate lesson plans for 2- to 5-year-olds, supervise daily routines, and support children's social and emotional growth. You will communicate regularly with parents, coordinate with Assistant Teachers, and ensure a positive classroom environment.

This part-time role requires knowledge of DCFS qualifications and strict safety adherence, while promoting collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with child care and/or child development focus, birth to age six.
• Alternatively, 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience plus 30 semester hours with relevant courses.
• DCFS qualifications requirement for Illinois early childhood teachers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, present, and evaluate play-based curriculum lesson plans.
• Supervise classroom activities and daily routines.
• Maintain parent communication via email and apps.
• Direct and assist co-teachers in daily prep and cleanup of rooms.
• Attend monthly lesson plan meetings.
• Maintain attendance, emergency, and registration forms for each child.
• Complete accident reports within 24 hours.
• Uphold safety procedures and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Reading comprehension

Education

DCFS Illinois qualifications

60 sem hours / 90 quarter hours in child care

1 year child development experience + 30 sem hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Wrike

Paycom

Incode

RecTrac

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for the development of preschool children 2 - 5 years old, including creating lesson plans, supervising academic and emotional development, maintaining open communication with parents, coordinating with Assistant Teachers, and helping children with transitions. Morning and Afternoon shifts available.POSITION DETAILS:1 PT1 IMRF Lead Teacher – Threes/Fours Afternoon (11:00 am – 6:00 pm)SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Display professionalism in punctuality, mannerisms, and attireDevelop, present, and evaluate appropriate play-based curriculum lesson plansSupervise all classroom and daily routine activitiesMaintain and monitor ongoing parent communication, including email and online parent communication app.Direct and assist co-teachers in all daily preparation work and cleanup of roomsComplete site lesson plan prep work on a rotating basisAttend and contribute to monthly lesson plan meetingsSubmit supply requests to the Preschool SupervisorEstablish and maintain a positive working relationship with parents and other staff membersEstablish a nurturing relationship with the children in addition to serving as a positive role modelTreating children in a positive manner that encourages individuality and positive self-esteemResponsible for maintaining and updating bulletin boardsMaintain a minimum of 15 hours of training outside of teaching preschool in one calendar year, including the park district in-service trainings, staff, and safety trainingsInform the Preschool Supervisor of any problems, conflicts, or program concernsResponsible for keeping class attendance, emergency, medical, and registration forms on file for each childComplete accident reports and return to the Early Childhood Supervisor within 24 hours of the accidentTreat public complaints and concerns with the utmost attention, and be courteous in all casesWork as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departmentsActively uphold and contribute to the Wilmette Park District Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, including the Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities.Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals.Perform other duties as assigned.SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents.Obey the safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that is pertinent to the activities conducted by the department.Become familiar with and follow safety procedures of the Wilmette Park District including, but not limited to fire, severe weather and evacuation procedures.Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices or conditions observed to immediate supervisor, or Human Resources/Risk Management division.Attend and participate in required safety training.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:At least 18 years of age or olderDCFS Qualifications for Early Childhood Teachers and School-age Workers Ill. Admin Code tit. 89, § 407.140 (2004). 407.140 (c)(1)Requires early childhood teachers to have 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6, with no experience requiredOR 407.140 (c)(2)Requires early childhood teachers to have 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age sixKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to parents, patrons, and other employees of the Park DistrictAbility to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situationsTECHNOLOGY SKILLS:Possesses computer skills with the ability to learn and use new computer software. The Park District uses Microsoft Office Suite, Wrike for project and content management, Paycom for payroll processing, Incode for financial record/budget management, and RecTrac for program registration/facility booking.CERTIFICATIONS:Valid Driver’s LicenseCPR/AED certification within three (3) months of hire (provided by the Park District)Complete annual District trainings, including, but not limited to, Sexual Harassment Training annually and Mandated Reporter every three years (as required by DCFS)PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee is frequently required to talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and armsThe employee is occasionally required to stand, wal,k and sit; climb or balance; and push/pull objectsThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 poundsThe employee must maintain close supervision of children when assisting in programsMust be able to move quickly to respond to emergency situations or children’s needsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusExposure to cleaning and disinfecting suppliesAbility to use office equipment such as laminators, paper cutters, and copy machinesWORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The general work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment, with a controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The outdoor work area depends on the season.HOURS:General hours of duty will be approved by the Preschool Supervisor and General Recreation ManagerEMPLOYEE BENEFITPT1 - 1,000 – 1559 HOURS*EMPLOYEEFAMILYSKATING MEMBERSHIPXXPOOL & BEACH MEMBERSHIPXXBEACH PARKING DECAL1GOLF MEMBERSHIP UNLIMITED PLAYGOLF MEMBERSHIP OFF PEAK LIMITED PLAYX25% OFF RESIDENT RATEGOLF GUEST FEEXTENNIS MEMBERSHIPX25% OFF RESIDENT RATETENNIS OPEN COURT TIMEXTENNIS GUEST FEEXFITNESS MEMBERSHIPX25% OFF RESIDENT RATERECREATIONAL PROGRAM CLASSES, GROUP LESSONS AT ANY PARK OR FACILITY, ICE PRIVATE LESSON RENTAL & FACILITY RENTALX25% OFF RESIDENT RATEGOLF/TENNIS PRO SHOP DISCOUNTCOST + 15%