Assistant Preschool Teacher - Evanston, United States - City of Evanston

City of Evanston

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Evanston, United States

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Description

JobID: 984

Position Type:

Parks and Recreation/Assistant Preschool Teacher
Date Posted:

4/10/2024
Location:

Robert Crown Community Center
Date Available:

TBD
Closing Date:
04/24/2024

Salary Range:
$ $20.090/Hour
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Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for range.

Scheduled Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00am-6:00pm (Varies between)

NATURE OF WORK:

Under the direction of the Recreation Program Coordinator and/or their designee, this position is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool program in accordance with all policies and procedures.

The Assistant Preschool Teacher will be responsible for assisting in the planning and implementing a program to teach young children.

They must ensure the development and safety of these children in accordance with policies.

The Assistant Preschool Teacher will be respectful of children, parents, and co-workers to ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well maintained.

Failure to provide adequate services may place children at risk.

They will provide basic preschool instruction; including assisting in the planning and leading of games, small group projects and innovative activities for these children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK (Specific assignment may include some or all of the following):?

Assist in the develop and implementation of a developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children:o Assist in planning and implementation of educational activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and socialo To supervise and conduct group activities and participants in the temporary absence of the Lead Teacher as needed.

Attend to the needs of the children in the program.
Supervise the use of equipment and activities
Ensure equipment and the facility is clean, well maintained and safe at all times
Provide to the weekly and monthly schedules of activities
Ensure culturally appropriate programs and activities are held in accordance with policy and procedure.
Assist in facilitating activities that introduce math and literacy concepts
Enforce policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies
Be familiar with emergency procedures
Assist in meal service

Supervise children in the Pre-school:

Ensure children are supervised at all times
Ensure teacher/student ratios are always appropriate
Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and small group activities
Build children's esteem in an appropriate manner
Comfort children in an appropriate manner
Establish routines and provide positive guidance to the children
To report and accidents/injury safety concerns immediately to direct supervisor
Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable
Implement positive discipline when required
Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand
Observe children and make note of progress
Integrate special needs children in a positive and respectful manner
Assist in and lead indoor and outdoor recreational and educational activities.
Possess good judgment, emotional maturity, decision making skills, and willingness to accept responsibilities.
Provide personal care or support in personal care/diapering to participants enrolled in programs.

Communicate with parents and members of the community:

Discuss children's development with parents or guardians
Discuss identified problems and needs with professionals as appropriate
Participate in community activities
Promote literacy and early education with parents and guardians
Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities and their child's progress
Ability to greet the public/families in a courteous manner and engage in good communications skills.

Maintain program administration:

Assist in the development and maintain current, accurate and confidential client files
Complete student observations by appropriate deadline as directed by your supervisor.
Keeping supervisor informed of material and supplies necessary to conduct programs
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
Required to attend staff meetings, training sessions and workshops when directed
Comply with Gateways continuing education requirements

Perform other related duties as required

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in the maintenance of records and the completion of reports. Conduct regular safety checks and report any problems immediately to your supervisor. Assist with set up and clean up of program rooms (moving tables, chairs, equipment and supplies)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

High School Diploma Required or GED
Experience in an educational and/or recreational setting encompassing a customer service background is preferred, and any combination of training and