Before & After School Leader

Wood Dale Park District•Wood Dale, IL

7d•$16 - $16•Hybrid

About The Position

The Before & After School Leader is responsible for the direct supervision of program participants and the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities. This role involves working at the Wood Dale Recreation Center and potentially Wood Dale School District 7 schools. Candidates have the flexibility to work morning shifts (6:45 am - 8:30 am), afternoon shifts (2:00 pm - 5:30 pm), or both.

Requirements

A minimum age of 16 is required for this position
First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required within 30 days of hire
Basic knowledge of the Recreation Complex procedures, so information can be given to participants when necessary.
Effectively supervise program participants at all times
Lead safe and engaging age-appropriate activities
Be creative in delivery of classroom activities
Communication, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work well with school-aged children, parents, fellow staff members and the general public

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children preferred
First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead activities and practice active supervision of participants at all times.
Maintain accurate attendance records.
Execute activity plans and maintain classroom management.
Submit paperwork in a timely manner, which may include, but is not limited to, attendance records, accident reports, behavior/incident reports, receipts, lesson plans, etc.
Communicate effectively with participants and parents.
Maintain order and enforce rules during program.
Prepare materials for the classroom and turn supply lists into immediate supervisor.
Perform set-up and clean-up responsibilities for the program.
Ensure classroom and equipment is maintained properly and supplies are stored in an orderly fashion in the appropriate storage closets.
Adhere to scheduled hours.
Work well with other Park District staff members.
Demonstrate and support park district customer service standards.
Follow district and departmental safety, personnel, and administrative policies, procedures and ordinances.
Distribute flyers or other information to participants when required.
Communicate any accidents, safety concerns, maintenance issues, parent complaints, etc. to Extended School Coordinator and/or Recreation Supervisor.
Attend required staff meetings and/or trainings.
Carry out any other duties as assigned, including substituting as needed.

Benefits

Part Time PTO – After one year of employment. Based on years of service and hours worked
Recreational Benefits
Fitness Studio / Open Gym membership - Employee Only
Pool Pass for Employee Only
Dog park pass – Employee only
Discounts on recreation programs & Facility rentals – Employee Only
Discounts on golf greens fees & cart rentals - Employee & immediate family
Discounts on Pro Shop Purchases – Employee Only
One hour bay time – Employee only (1 per day)
Discounts on food purchases at Salt Creek Golf Club and 390 Golf Experience – Employee Only