Pt 2'S Preschool Teacher Assistant - 2023/2024 School Year

Part Time Preschool Prep Teacher Assistant - 2023/2024 School Year
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 10 hours Early Childhood classes and minimum one year experience working with preschool children. High School Diploma.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow directions.
• Demonstrate initiative, dependability, good judgment, tact, leadership, and the capability to work in a positive manner with the students, their families, and other Park District staff.
• CPR/AED certification preferred.

HOURS:

Monday - Thursday from 9:15am - 11:15am
School year runs from September 2023 - May 2024
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

-Assist the teacher with the Two's class
-Assist the teacher with daily preparation and cleanup, including checking and maintaining supplies, materials, and equipment.
-Supervise and participate in all classroom activities.
-Review class activities with the teacher on a daily and weekly basis.
-Prepare projects and materials in advance.
-Establish a positive and nurturing relationship will all children in the program.
-Inform the teacher of all accidents/ incidents and assist the teacher in completing all necessary forms.
-Participate in required number of hours of in-service or outside training opportunities as required by the Preschool Director.
-Maintain current certification for First Aid and CPR.
-Performs the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
-Supports and exhibits the established organizational values of respect, communication, integrity, innovation, recognition, continuous learning, fun, empowerment and people.
-Work as scheduled.
 

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
-Attend in-service training and workshops to promote knowledge in related areas of responsibility.
-Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
RATE OF PAY:
14.00/HR 

BENEFITS: Staff receive an Individual Outdoor Pool Membership and an Individual Health & Fitness Membership (which includes use of the indoor pool) during the employment period.

MARGINAL
FUNCTIONS: Assist the public and fellow employees in a courteous and efficient manner.
Attend all preschool staff meetings, open houses, and any other special events when scheduled if directed so by the Preschool Director.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

PSYCHOLOGICAL
CONSIDERATIONS: Maintain a positive working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, and general public.
Possess the ability to, under stressful conditions, fulfill job responsibilities and work with residents and staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting on the floorfrequently

Walking.frequently
Stooping..frequently
Kneeling..frequently
Crouchingfrequently
Reachingfrequently
Climbing..occasionally
Balancingoccasionally
Crawling..occasionally
Strength.medium (20-50 lbs.)

ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATIONS: Able to perform indoor and outdoor duties.
May be exposed to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while supervising employees or attending job related activities away from the office.
May be exposed to chemicals or other potentially dangerous materials utilized in the manufacturing of arts and crafts, or routine maintenance supplies.
May be exposed to noise distractions from employees or equipment being operated in adjacent work areas.

COGNITIVE
CONSIDERATIONS: Able to follow directions and effectively use oral and verbal communication skills.
Possess good organizational skills and the ability to read and understand printed material.
Be safe and use good judgment in all aspects of the position.
Able to operate a computer and use word processing skills.