Early Childhood Summer Camp Instructor

Elmhurst Park District•Elmhurst, IL

2d•$15 - $18

About The Position

WHO WE ARE: The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging! We have an exciting seasonal job opportunity as EARLY CHILDHOOD SUMMER CAMP INSTRUCTOR with ability to remain as a part-time employee in the fall. We are looking to hire for our enrichment classes as well as summer camp opportunities (half day and full day camps). As early childhood instructor, you may be work in our Circle Time in the Park, Wiggles & Giggles, Camp Firefly, and Safety Town Camp programs. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Our Early Childhood Instructors plan, coordinate, and implement various recreation and instructional programs for our wonderful participants! This includes preparing classrooms, planning and implementing activities, enforcing rules, and preparing materials for daily activities. You'll also observe and evaluate children’s progress/performance in order to identify concerns in the social, emotional, physical, or cognitive development of the children and communicate concerns with supervisor. WHAT YOU’LL BRING: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field, or actively seeking such degree with 1-3 years of relevant teaching experience. WHEN YOU’LL WORK: Monday - Friday either in the morning or afternoon shifts. WHAT YOU’LL GET: The anticipated starting pay for this position is $15-18/hour depending upon experience. This position fall under both Pay Grade B (pay range of $16 - $38.50) and Pay Grace C (pay range of $15.50-$26.50). In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefits package to SEASONAL EMPLOYEES, including: Free individual pool pass and Courts Plus membership! Free batting cages at The Hub (employee only)! 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand! Employee social activities! Values Recognition Program! Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois) The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Director of Human Resources & Risk at [email protected]. For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!! Additional Legal Statements Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field, or actively seeking such degree
1-3 years of relevant teaching experience

Responsibilities

plan, coordinate, and implement various recreation and instructional programs
preparing classrooms
planning and implementing activities
enforcing rules
preparing materials for daily activities
observe and evaluate children’s progress/performance in order to identify concerns in the social, emotional, physical, or cognitive development of the children and communicate concerns with supervisor