Pre-School Teacher Aide

                                                                                                    Springfield Park District

                                                                                                            Teacher Aide

                                                                                                  Washington Park Preschool

Department:                   Recreation - Preschool

Position Title:                 Teacher Aide     

Reporting Authority:     Preschool Program Supervisor 

Classification:                 Non-Exempt/Non-Union

Salary/Hourly Rate:       $16.00 per hour

Position Summary:        

Preschool teacher aide must demonstrate the skill and competence necessary to contribute to each child’s cognitive, emotional, social and physical development.  This position is for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am until 12:00pm

Specific Responsibilities:

Preschool teacher aides shall work under direct supervision of an early childhood teacher and shall not assume full responsibility for a group of children.  Preschool teacher aide teacher aides will be responsible for setup and clean- up of the preschool room.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be 19+ years of age or older.  
• Must possess a High School diploma.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with early childhood teaching.
• Willingness to learn educational information and details about the Park District and specific to the Preschool Department.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership, be trustworthy and capable of working alone.
• Must be a team player and be willing to work in groups.
• Must possess emotional maturity and show respect when working with children and adults.
• Sensitivity to patron and/or participants socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds and individual needs and capabilities.
• Must follow lead and direction of Preschool Program Supervisor.

General Requirements:

• Must be able to read and write and have good command of the English language.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Physical capabilities – lifts 50 pounds, squat, bend and move as necessary for the job.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• Must have basic proficiency with Microsoft Office^© applications.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Responsible to follow policies and procedures outlined in Springfield Park District Employee Handbook.

Applications & Resumes should be submitted Online:

To be considered for a position, all applicants should apply online through our Job Opportunity and Tracking Portal. No paper applications or resumes will be accepted.  Go to www.springfieldparks.org and click on Join Our Team to see a full list of job opportunities.

The Springfield Park District is committed to the provisions of Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action to its applicants regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, age sex, marital or veterans’ status, national origin, disability or any other legally protected status