Part Time Instructor Assistant

City of Elgin•Elgin, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spanish Enrichment Assistant Instructor for the City of Elgin is responsible for assisting the head preschool instructor in organizing, planning, and implementing a variety of activities for preschool-aged children. This role involves helping students participate in arts and crafts, music, movement, letters, numbers, free play, and basic pre-academic skills. The position reports directly to the Early Childhood Supervisor.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age.
Proficiency in Spanish required.
Certified in AED adult/child and infant CPR or obtained certification within 3 months of hire.
Have a minimum of 1 year of classroom experience working with children assisting an instructor in an Early Childhood program or related field.
Possess good communication skills and the ability to use good judgment under stress.
Maintain patience, flexibility, and the ability to cope with demands of working with young children.
Must be able to assist with helping children achieve program goals.
Reliable person with good work ethics.
A pleasant and enthusiastic demeanor a must.
Dependable and reliable with a good work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Additional availability preferred for summer camp programming and some evenings/weekends required for preschool family events.

Responsibilities

Work in accordance with established City of Elgin Parks and Recreation Department policies, emergency procedures, and safety guidelines, and represent the City of Elgin in a positive, professional manner.
Work cooperatively with Head Instructor in supervising preschool children and implementing lesson plans and activities.
Assist the Head Instructor in helping with crafts, circle time, and room clean up, supervising play indoors and outdoors, and keeping the classroom calendar.
Ensure that the classroom is maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
Follow all safety procedures provided by the City of Elgin and provide a safe environment for the children.
Report accidents, injuries or safety hazards to Head Instructor.
Respect and maintain confidentiality of all information received in connection with this position.
Maintain a good public image and serve as a role model to children.
Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of class to prepare.
Assist in record keeping and keep attendance information current.
Communicate effectively with parents, team members, and City of Elgin staff.
Ability to react quickly in emergency situations and use good judgment under stress.
Ability to follow verbal directions from the Head Instructor and Early Childhood Supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.