Assistant Teacher (Full-Time)

Hampshire Township Park District • Hampshire, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher is a full-time position with duties both indoors and outdoors. This position is expected to work at least 40 hours per week. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for a group of children that may include infants, toddlers, preschool or Kindergarten age children. The Assistant Teacher must be available to attend staff meeting, trainings, evaluations, and orientations, fulfill the annual 15 clock hours of continuing education, and participate in parent conferences and/or prepare written parent reports. The Assistant Teacher will plan and execute a program for families at least once a year and/or participate in the annual open house.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalency (GED).
• 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child-care/child development from birth to age six.
• OR One year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, Kindergarten, or licensed day care center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to childcare/child development from birth to age six.
• OR Possess current CDA Credential (Child Development Associate).
• Present documentation of current CPR and first aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with a Lead Teacher and together as a team plan age-appropriate activities: music/ movement activities; art/ craft projects; language; math; and science experiences.
• Incorporate the curriculum by planning and implementing a variety of supervised activities for the children in a relaxed but organized atmosphere.
• Utilize all available resources of Little People Playtime and its staff to ensure a smooth and effective delivery of services.
• Carry out the established policies of Little People Playtime.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of all information received in connection with this position.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, evaluations, and orientations.
• Fulfill the annual 15 clock hours of continuing education.
• Participate in parent conferences and/or prepare written parent reports.
• Plan and execute a program for families at least once a year and/or participate in the annual open house.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED