SPACE Program Leader I & II
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Skokie Park District
Skokie, IL, US
Summary
Lead and supervise school-aged children in a before and after school childcare program. Coordinate activities in cooperation with various Skokie Public School locations.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Skokie, IL 60076Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.50 - $17.00 Hourly
Skokie's Place for All Children in Extended care (SPACE) is a before and/or after school childcare program that takes place in cooperation with Skokie School Districts 68, 69, 72, 73 and 73.5. Programs take place at the various Skokie Public School locations. We presently have Program Leader openings for the 2026/2027 upcoming school year.
Our part-time staff receive a free membership to our health club, Fitness First and other facility usage benefits.
Hours:
Shifts available Monday through Friday when school is in session.
Before school shift: 6:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
After school shift: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Note that some school sites have an early dismissal day one day per week and the program may start as early as 2:00 PM on early dismissal days.
Bonuses available!
$100 Refer-a-Friend
For current park district employees who refer a friend and their referral and the employee meet the stipulations below
Employee required to complete referral form - only one employee can receive a bonus per referral
$500 good-standing bonus
$250 paid in December and $250 paid in June
Bonus Stipulations:
Must be in good standing
Must work 5 days a week (am or pm)
Must attend in service trainings
Must remain up to date on all trainings/certificates up to date - CPR, mandated reporter, gateways, fingerprints
Qualifications
Qualifications
Must be a mature, energetic, responsible individual at least 16 years of age with strong communication, organizational and leadership skills. Prefer child care experience leading and supervising school-aged children. A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
** SPACE Program Leaders I (under 18) falls in paygrade PT3. The target hiring range for this position is $15.00 - $16.75 depending on qualifications.
** SPACE Program Leaders II (18+) falls in paygrade PT4. The target hiring range for this position is $15.45 - $17.25 depending on qualifications.
A link to our part-time wage scale can be found here:
https://www.skokieparks.org/part-time-wage-scale/
Additionally, a list of our benefits for staff can be found here:
https://www.skokieparks.org/assets/1/6/SPD-InternalBenefitsChart-20251.pdf
At the Skokie Park District, we believe in fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We encourage applicants of all races, genders, ages, abilities, and identities to apply and join our team.
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The Skokie Park District takes pride in its ability to serve the more than 63,000 residents of Skokie, Illinois and its customers throughout Chicagoland. Whether protecting natural resources, preserving historical sites or providing thousands of unique recreational opportunities within its more than 240 acres of parkland, the district has offered a multitude of quality programs since 1928.
In addition to its diverse array of programs and special events, the Skokie Park District also offers summer camps, state-licensed full-day childcare and preschool, and before- and after-school care for grades K-5. The district is a past winner of the “National Gold Medal for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.”
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Skokie, Illinois
The Skokie Park District takes pride in its ability to serve the more than 63,000 residents of Skokie, Illinois and its customers throughout Chicagoland. Whether protecting natural resources, preserving historical sites or providing thousands of unique recreational opportunities within its more than 240 acres of parkland, the district has offered a multitude of quality programs since 1928.
In addition to its diverse array of programs and special events, the Skokie Park District also offers summer camps, state-licensed full-day childcare and preschool, and before- and after-school care for grades K-5. The district is a past winner of the “National Gold Medal for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.”
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Skokie, Illinois