Toddler Assistant Teacher (Part-Time)

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Children’s Circle Classroom Coordinator, the Part-Time Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and Co-Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children enrolled in the full-day Children’s Circle Early Childhood program. This position assists with implementing curriculum, supervising children, supporting daily routines, maintaining the classroom environment, and promoting each child’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.

 

This is an hourly part-time position, and scheduled Monday-Friday (7:00 PM- 1:30 PM). Compensation will be established based on evaluation, experience, and the recommendation of the Early Childhood Director.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• College coursework in early childhood education and previous experience in a DCFS-licensed program is preferred.
• Previous experience in a Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and/or IL Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) licensed program is preferred.
• Must successfully complete all required criminal background checks with satisfactory results and submit all required DCFS and/or IDEC documentation within 60 days of hire.

Certifications and Trainings

• Must possess current CPR/AED and First Aid certification or successfully obtain certification within three (3) months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Food Handler Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Must complete and maintain all other training, certifications, and professional-development requirements established by the District or applicable licensing authorities.

Required Knowledge:

• General knowledge of applicable DCFS and/or IDEC licensing standards and developmentally appropriate practices is required.
• Knowledge of public recreation principles and the ability to communicate them effectively to others.
• Working knowledge of the position’s duties, responsibilities, and operational requirements.

Required Skills:

• Dependable, flexible, safety-conscious, and capable of exercising sound judgment.
• Ability to understand and follow established policies, procedures, rules, and instructions.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to read, write, maintain records, and organize materials effectively.
• Ability to assist with planning and supervising developmentally appropriate activities that support children’s emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development.
• Ability to apply developmentally appropriate guidance and behavior-management techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Classroom and Program Support

• Assist with lesson planning and the implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Actively engage with children throughout the day, including during group time, free play, meals, and large-motor activities.
• Interact with children at their eye level and participate alongside them during classroom activities.
• Assist children with classroom clean-up and transitions between activities.
• Support children in developing appropriate toileting, personal hygiene, and self-care habits.
• Sit with and actively supervise children during meals and snacks while encouraging healthy eating habits.
• Help maintain the classroom, equipment, materials, and program areas in a clean, organized, and welcoming condition.
• Remind parents and guardians to sign their children in and out of the program as required.
• Collaborate respectfully with teachers, coordinators, families, and other District staff.

Child Supervision, Health, and Safety

• Maintain active supervision of children during all activities and routines to ensure their health, safety, and well-being.
• Clean and sanitize classroom materials and equipment in accordance with established procedures and DCFS and/or IDEC requirements.
• Administer physician-prescribed medication only when properly authorized and in accordance with District and DCFS and/or IDEC procedures.
• Accurately document the administration of all medications.

Professional Responsibilities

• Follow all Children’s Circle, Glencoe Park District, DCFS, IDEC, and other applicable policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance and promptly notify the Classroom Coordinator of an illness, emergency, or anticipated absence.
• Follow established procedures for requesting time off and arranging classroom coverage when required.
• Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, school functions, and program events.
• Participate in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education and child development.
• Maintain appropriate personal hygiene, professional conduct, and a neat appearance.

• Maintain appropriate personal hygiene, professional conduct, and a neat appearance.

• Support the District’s mission, vision, and values while promoting a respectful, inclusive, collaborative, and service-oriented workplace.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for employees and patrons.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee who successfully performs the essential functions of the Children’s Circle Part-Time Assistant Teacher. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds maximum.
• Lift and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Hours:

This is a part-time hourly, non-exempt position, scheduled Monday-Friday (7:00 PM- 1:30 PM). Work hours vary based on program schedules and operational needs. Due to the nature of park district programming, evening, weekend, and some holiday hours may be expected. 

 

Pay Scale:

This is a part-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. The intended starting pay for this position is $18.31 per hour, with a full pay scale ranging from $18.31 to $26.00 per hour. 

Final compensation will be determined in good faith based on an evaluation of the candidate's qualifications, experience, and the recommendation of the Early Childhood Director, or the Deputy Director/Director of Recreation and Facilities.  

 

Benefits Include:

• IMRF Defined Benefit Pension
• Paid Leave (6 days/48 hours)
• Three Paid Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day)
• Park District Issued Apparel
• Park District Membership, Passes, and Program and Rental Discounts

*To review the full job description, please contact the hiring manager.

 

Glencoe Park District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.