About this role
Department: Park Services-Preschool
Part-time: Hourly - Non-exempt
Make a Lasting Impact at Funshine Treehouse Preschool!
Do you enjoy helping young children grow through creativity, play, and discovery? Are you energized by a classroom filled with curious little minds
Join Dundee Township Park District as a Preschool Teacher Aide in our Funshine Treehouse Preschool program! This part-time role is a fantastic opportunity to support preschoolers ages 3–5 in a nature-inspired, animal-filled learning environment that promotes social-emotional growth and early education in a nurturing, playful setting.
Why Join Us?
As a Preschool Teacher Aide, you’ll be part of a dedicated team helping to shape a child’s earliest learning experiences. You’ll work alongside passionate educators to provide a welcoming space for every child to thrive, academically, socially, and emotionally.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment
- Welcome and help children transition into the school day
- Support social-emotional and developmental learning through daily activities
- Adapt materials and teaching strategies to meet individual needs
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play
- Help maintain classroom tidiness, safety, and materials
- Communicate with the teaching team and Supervisor regarding supplies, incidents, and progress
- Model respectful behavior and encourage cooperation among children
- Maintain regular updates and classroom communication through Homeroom
- Respond to accidents and complete necessary reports
What You Bring
- Experience working with children ages 3–5
- A passion for early childhood development and creativity
- Strong communication, patience, and teamwork skills
- Ability to support a classroom in both learning and play
- CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days of hire
- Interest in a natural science and animal-focused environment
Schedule & Hours
- Mid-August to Mid-May (approximately 9 months)
- Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:
Choose one of the following
- Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass
- Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove
- Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo
Plus
- Discounts on Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions
- Credit Union (KCT) membership access
- Meaningful work in a supportive and creative setting
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you love working with preschool-aged children, enjoy nature and animals, and thrive in a playful, nurturing classroom, apply today to become a Preschool Teacher Aide at Funshine Treehouse Preschool!
$15.50/ hour