Morton Grove Park District·Morton Grove, Illinois
The Preschool Aide assists the teacher in planning and conducting daily classroom activities and lesson plans. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean, organized environment and supervising children's health, safety, and development.
The Preschool Aide will act as support staff to the Preschool Teacher, assisting whenever necessary. The Aide shall assist in the planning, organizing, and conducting of preschool classroom activities on a day-day basis.
Must be 18 years of age. Work experience in a preschool/ early childhood setting is preferred. Ability to work independently and creatively. CPR and first aid certifications required or will train. The hours are Monday - Friday from 8:15-2:45pm.
The Preschool Aide is responsible to the Preschool Teacher and Recreation Supervisor.
Essential
Functions: To assist in the planning of the program and activities of the children. Will initiate, interact and encourage children in a variety of activities throughout the day Assist the Teacher in planning and preparing daily and weekly lesson plans. May be responsible for designing own lesson plan with the consent of the Teacher. Uses appropriate and positive discipline. Assist the Teacher by passing on observations regarding the children’s health, behavior, and development. Arrive and depart on time. Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings. To assist the Teacher in designing and putting up decorations on bulletin boards. To assist in maintaining classroom supplies. Complete work orders for special classroom set-ups (minimum 1 week in advance). To assist in maintaining a clean and organized classroom. May be asked to assist in other classrooms. Prepare the classroom prior to the school year and clean up at the completion of the school year. Direct and assist parent helpers in preparing materials and classroom for daily use. Supervise the use and care of Park District supplies, equipment, and facilities. Establish and maintain good working relationships with parents, recreation supervisor, co-workers, and the community. Complete an Accident Report form for all injuries to children while in attendance at preschool and inform supervisor immediately. Submit timecard and payment requests in timely manner. Maintain up-to-date records on students including emergency information.
Psychological
Considerations: May need to resolve differences and problems that arise between children. May have to handle multiple tasks at one time, which may cause stress.
Physiological
Considerations: Occasional lifting of supplies, tables, chairs, equipment and/or other related materials Expected to participate in group games and other activities that may require running and physical activity. Must have the ability to listen, hear and speak. Use of hands and fingers will regularly be required, and the ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
Environmental
Considerations: Activities are performed both indoors and outdoors and conditions can include but are not limited to weather conditions and building maintenance.
Cognitive
Considerations: Must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be friendly and like to work with people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
Employee
Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.
$15.00-$16.00 Per Hour Revised 8/2026
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and possess or be willing to train for CPR and first aid certifications. Previous work experience in a preschool or early childhood setting is preferred.
Market context
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