Inclusion Aide (Elementary) - One-on-One Support & Activities

Dundee Township Park District; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass

Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove Aqu

Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo

Free or discounted Park Districts'…

Credit Union membership access

Job summary

Dundee Township Park District in Illinois seeks an Inclusion Aide to support elementary-aged children who require special accommodations in a fun, active setting. The position is seasonal and part-time, hourly, non-exempt.

Responsibilities include supervising children, facilitating activities, and ensuring safety, accessibility, and documentation. Preferred are college coursework in related fields, First Aid/CPR, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• College coursework in Therapeutic Recreation or Special Education or related field.
• Experience with children who require accommodations and leading youth activities.
• Excellent customer service, verbal communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to stay calm and act rationally in emergencies.
• Some experience with Microsoft Office.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred (training available).
• Strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children, promoting inclusion, safety and respect.
• Facilitate activities that promote physical activity and personal development.
• Build positive relationships with children and communicate with families.
• Provide accommodations such as breaks and small group settings.
• Set up adaptive equipment and ensure accessibility.
• Follow safety protocols including first aid and incident reporting.
• Maintain sign-in/sign-out procedures and program documentation.
• Collaborate with staff as needed and represent the District positively.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Special Education

Customer service

Verbal communication

Emergency response

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

College coursework in Therapeutic Recreation or Special Education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Dundee Township Park District in Illinois seeks an Inclusion Aide to support elementary-aged children who require special accommodations in a fun, active setting. The position is seasonal and part-time, hourly, non-exempt.

Responsibilities include supervising children, facilitating activities, and ensuring safety, accessibility, and documentation. Preferred are college coursework in related fields, First Aid/CPR, and strong teamwork and communication skills.