Title: Preschool Aide (Seasonal August-May)

Nature of Work:
The Preschool Aide is responsible for assisting the head preschool teacher with classroom instruction, behavior and classroom set up, and other related functions for a nine-month preschool program. The aide may have to teach the class in the absence of head teacher.
The preschool aide is responsible for performing the essential functions as outlined in this analysis. The pre-school aide is a part-time employee who works hours and dates as agreed upon by the Supervisor of Recreation.

Supervision Received:
Supervision is received from the Supervisor of Recreation

Supervision Exercised:
None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compliance with Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.
• Assist with lesson plans if necessary.
• Must maintain proper classroom management.
• Resolve differences and problems that arise with preschool students.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents.
• Recommend any necessary changes to the program.
• Set up snack.
• Assist with classroom clean up.
• Set up classroom on a daily basis.
• Clean up classroom on a daily basis.
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are in good repair.
• Conduct 30 second Site Safety Walk Through prior to each shift.
• Abide by the 3 points of contact.
• Complete any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Recreation.

Essential Job Function:

• Ability to respond to the needs of children ages 3-5 years old.
• Ability to perform the job indoors and outdoors
• Must have good safety awareness.
• Cognitive ability to follow directions.
• Ability to communicate with parents and participants.
• Ability to become CPR/AED/ first aid certified.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Equivalent experience in a similar program working with preschool, early childhood or school age children.
• The ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with program participants and their parents.
• Demonstrated ability to properly supervise children activities.
• Knowledge of supplies, materials, room items and instructional tools required for the preschool program.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, have the ability to drive the 14 passenger park district vehicle. Must pass a drug test