Lead Child Development Associate -Location TBD

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 is seeking a Lead Child Development Associate for Project SCOPE in Springfield, IL. The role supports school-age children with a warm, engaging approach and works in a split shift from 7:00–10:30 and 2:30–6:00, 204 days/year. Starting date is immediate and the salary is $20.94 per hour.

The position requires at least 60 college credits, CPR/First Aid certification (provided by the program), and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Citizenship/residency is required.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college credits in child care, teaching or related area.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (Project SCOPE provides class).
• Willingness to fulfill program goals and duties as assigned.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist in daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Collect fees from parents and maintain bookkeeping records.
• Assist in overseeing the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school with the principal.
• Meet the needs of individual children with dignity and respect.
• Establish positive liaison with parents and children.
• Share housekeeping responsibilities with staff.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training programs.
• Support school's rules and staff members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Coordinator.

Skills

School-age children

Positive attitude

Willingness to fulfill goals

CPR and First Aid certified

Lift 50 pounds

Education

60 college credits

Job description

Lead Child Development Associate -Location TBD

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Job Details

Job ID: 5874537

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DAYS PER YEAR: 204 (includes 13 paid holidays)

HOURS PER DAY: 7

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly interested in school-age children.
• Warm, positive attitude and an ability to relate with children and adults.
• Willingness to fulfill the program goals.
• Prefer Degree in Child Care, teaching or related area of study - MUST HAVE 60 college credits.
• Take any required online training classes (Gateways).
• Become CPR and First Aid certified (Project SCOPE will provide the class).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a split shift 7am-10:30am / 2:30pm-6pm.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect fees from parents and maintain all bookkeeping records.
• Assist in overseeing the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school in cooperation with the Project SCOPE office and the principal of the assigned school.
• Meet the needs of the individual child and treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Establish a positive liaison with parents and children.
• Assume an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities with the staff.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training programs.
• Support school's rules and staff members.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.94 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]