Preschool Head Teacher

Salary: $18.50 Hourly

Location : Elgin, IL

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 20230713-03

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: Centre of Elgin

Opening Date: 07/13/2023

Closing Date: 8/2/2023 11:59 PM Central

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for lesson planning, organizing, implementing and supervising a variety of activities for preschool aged children. These activities will including arts and crafts, music, movement, letters, numbers, free play and basic pre-kindergarten skills which will be used as the children progress toward formal schooling. This position reports directly to the Early Childhood Supervisor.

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

1. 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.
2. Work cooperatively with Assistant Instructor and/or Preschool Aide in supervising preschool children and implement lesson plans and activities.
3. Implement and prepare lesson plans with age-appropriate activities, keep accurate attendance records, and prepare a monthly classroom calendar.
4. Review and maintain weekly lesson plans and monthly calendar with Assistant Instructor.
5. Ensure that the classroom is maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
6. Follow all safety procedures as provided by the City of Elgin and provide a safe environment for the children. Complete and submit accident/incident report forms within 24 hours.
7. Respect and maintain confidentiality of all information received in connection with this position.
8. Maintain a good public image and serve as a role model to the children.
9. Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of class to prepare.
10. Assist in record keeping and keep attendance information current.
11. Communicate effectively with parents, team members, and City of Elgin staff.
12. Ability to react quickly in emergency situations and use good judgment under stress.
13. Obtains certification to transport children to field trip in a City of Elgin vehicle.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Minimum of 21 years of age.
2. Certified in AED adult/child and infant CPR or obtained certification within 3 months of hire.
3. Early Childhood degree or certification preferred and/or a minimum of 2 years of classroom experience related directly to Early Childhood Education or a related field.
4. Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in planning and implementing programs for children 2-5 years or conducting children’s programs.
5. Possess good communication skills and the ability to use good judgment under stress.
6. Maintain patience, flexibility, and the ability to cope with demands of working with young children.
7. Must be able to work independently with children to achieve program goals.
8. Reliable person with good work ethics.
9. A pleasant and enthusiastic demeanor a must.
10. Bilingual preferred
11. Posses a valid Illinois Driver’s license.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hours: Approximately 15-20 hours per week. Will vary according to the classroom you are assigned.

City of Elgin provides all part-time employees with the following benefits:

• Membership discount at the Centre of Elgin
• Employee Assistance Program available to the employee and all members of their household for free
• In-house Training Opportunities
• Flu Shot (during our fall event only)

In addition, to the above, for those part time employees working in the Parks and Recreation Department, you have the following additional benefits:

• 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes & Rentals (some restrictions may apply)
• 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes for Immediate Family Members (some restrictions may apply)
• Free Employee Fitness Silver Membership
• The opportunity to be apart of the “Heart of the Community”