New Horizons Preschool Instructor (AM)

Batavia Park District • Batavia, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Batavia Park District is seeking a Preschool Instructor for the morning session of their new full-day Pre-K New Horizons Preschool program. This program focuses on social and emotional growth through play-based learning, emphasizing self-esteem and confidence building as the core of its curriculum. The instructor will be responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and instructing the morning classes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with experience in teaching pre-school or related field.
• Must possess a positive, people oriented attitude along with an enthusiastic and creative personality.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and building evacuation.
• Knowledge and administration of Park District policies and procedures.
• Ability to deal with children and adults under stressful situations.
• Ability to control children within a classroom environment.
• Ability to work closely with co-workers and the general public.
• Ability to exhibit good problem solving skills and good judgment in keeping with the goals of the preschool programs.
• Ability to follow rules and directions and perform work activities as described.
• Ability to assist children and to respond quickly to their activities.
• Ability to plan multiple program responsibilities at the same time.
• Must demonstrate good leadership qualities.
• Must be able to make correct and safe judgments under “normal” and highly stressful situations and circumstances.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing environments.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in First Aid and CPR strongly desired or obtained within 6 months of employment and must be kept current.
• Record of ongoing participation in continuing education seminars and workshops is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct assigned preschool classes within budgeted guidelines.
• Plan quality classes that contain creativity, imagination and variety.
• Direct supervision of assistant preschool instructors and/or volunteers.
• Communicate class directions and instructions as well as both interoffice and external office communications clearly and professionally in written and oral manners.
• Assist in acquiring supplies, maintaining supply levels and keeping supply cabinets organized.
• Relay information from participants to direct supervisor.
• Supervise children with varying levels of ability from Pre K to Kindergarten levels.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Follow procedures in opening and locking classroom/building.
• Manage multiple tasks/activities at the same time.
• Communicate with parents and handle or refer all compliments, complaints, concerns and/ or needs.
• Keep medical record form on each child participant.
• Administer Park District approved disciplinary procedures when necessary.
• Administer first aid when necessary.
• Represent the Park District in a positive and professional manner.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) for part-time employees working more than 1,000 hours a year.
• Eligibility for the District's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Eligibility for the Positive Activities Toward Health (PATH) incentive program.
• A 10-punch pass to the Hall Quarry Beach.
• Discounts on in-house programs including fitness and yoga.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level