Preschool Teacher - Substitute

Bgparks; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Bgparks is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher Substitute to provide an enriching educational experience for preschool children. This position will focus on developing skills through engaging activities and support the transition from home to school. Qualified candidates will have relevant experience and a preferred Bachelor's in Education or a related field. The role will be on-call from September 15th, 2025 to May 18th, 2026, offering competitive hourly pay and additional benefits.

Benefits

Free Fitness Center pass for employees who work 8 hours or more per week

Discounts towards Park District programs

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with preschool aged children required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a fun and educational environment for preschool children.
• Develop cognitive and motor skills through play and activities.
• Focus on lifelong learning skills in readiness activities.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education/Early Childhood or related field

Job description

Preschool Teacher - Substitute

Job Summary:

The Preschool Teacher is a part-time position whose main responsibilities include providing a fun and educational environment fostering gradual transition from parents; developing cognitive, fine and large motor skill through play, art, stories and songs; and/or focusing on lifelong learning skills through readiness activities in math, science, pre-reading and pre-writing.The preschool program will be from 9am-1pm with the opportunity to extend their day with lunch and enrichment classes starting in October.
*This position is to be an on-call substitute teacher for our Preschool Program starting on September 15th, 2025 and ending on May 18th, 2026.

Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age.
Bachelor’s degree in Education/Early Childhood, or related field preferred.
Previous experience working with preschool aged children required.

Hours:
Monday through Friday: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

Working Conditions:
Teacher may have to lift a participant (in the absence of a parent) for consoling if hurt or crying.
Teacher may be required to work during various weather and building conditions; primary responsibilities are indoors.

Hourly Range:
$18.50 - $23.50, depending on experience

Benefits:
FreeFitness Center pass for employees who work 8 hours or more per week, along with other discounts towards Park District programs.