PRESCHOOL TEACHER

## Description

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, it is the Preschool Teacher's responsibility to provide a favorable learning atmosphere for preschool aged children. The pre-school teacher must plan, organize, conduct and evaluate the curriculum and teaching methods on a continuous basis. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
• Plan and conduct the preschool curriculum for the year in conjunction with the other Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Preschool Teachers, Preschool Teacher Aides, and the guidelines.
• Perform up to 3 hours of preparation work outside of classroom hours each week.
• Produce specific class newsletters as required by Recreation Supervisor.
• Maintain bulletin boards that are aesthetically pleasing, educationally relevant, and current.
• Plan class parties, social functions, and special events that actively engage both students and parents/families.
• Continue to provide a quality of teaching that is in compliance with the high standards of the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District preschool program.
• Set up and clean equipment each day as required by the facility used.
• Comply with all part-time personnel policies.
• Consistent teacher attendance is required
• Assist in setting the policies of the school.
• Make suggestions for ordering supplies and equipment.
• Attend all open house events outside of classroom hours.
• Attend additional and educational seminars and workshops at recommendation of Recreation Supervisor.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the Safety Manual.
• Other related job duties as assigned.

COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to be persistence
• Ability to be creative.
• Ability to conduct and evaluate teaching curriculum.
• Ability to inspire others.

## Qualifications

JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Desire to work with and an enjoyment of children.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• B.S. in Education or Early Childhood Degree and/or current Illinois teaching certificate preferred.
• At least five years of experience working with early childhood population/curriculum preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

STANDING: Extended periods of time while instructing

SITTING: Minimal

• WALKING: Frequently - supervision of children, walking to playgrounds
• LIFTING: Occasional - supplies, child up to 50 lbs.
• STOOPING: Frequently - assisting children with class work
• REACHING: Frequently - supplies in cabinets, hanging pictures, bulletin boards
• CLIMBING: Occasional storage
• VERBAL: Communicate with groups and one on one
• VISION: Write, type, read, supervise children and their safety.
• **Part-Time Benefits:**

• Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
• Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
• Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
• Individual Lions pool pass
• 20% off (1) facility rental/year
• 20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
• 20% off program fees
• Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
• Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
• 457 Retirement Plan
• Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
• Additional benefits for facility employees only.
• Paid CPR/AED training and certification
• Paid Leave Time Off