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    "description": "<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt\">Part Tim</span><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt\">e Job Opening</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: bold\">Preschool Assistant Teacher</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-weight: bold\">2026-2027 School Year</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline\"><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">LOCATION / HOURS</span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-weight: bold\"><em><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">We have two classroom options for the Preschool Assistant Teacher. Please indicate your desired option in your cover letter and/or in the applications questions.</span></em></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold\">Option 1 - 4's Classroom </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Description</span>: Designed for developing readiness and success in kindergarten. Emphasis is placed on the development of academic skills through structured activities, including math concepts, lower/upper case letters, letter sound recognition, writing/sight words, and developing independence. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location</span>: Main Street Recreation Center</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Class Time</span>: Monday-Friday, 8:45-11:15am</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Hours</span>: Approximately 15.75 hrs./wk. (includes prep time) during the school year (</span><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">August – May); includes prep before school begins and clean-up after school ends</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold\">Option 2 - Tiny 2's Classroom</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Descriptio<span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">n</span></span>: This class is designed to meet the unique needs of 2-year-olds preparing for their next school year. We focus on developing social skills, introducing a structured classroom environment, and encouraging learning through play. Play-based activities are central to the program, fostering a fun and engaging atmosphere for the children.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location</span>: Spring Avenue Recreation Center</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Class Time</span>: Monday-Thursday, 9:30-11am</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Hours</span>: Approximately 10 hrs./wk. (includes prep time) during the school year (</span><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">August – May); includes prep before school begins and clean-up after school ends</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline\">JOB SUMMARY</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 15px\">Under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Early Childhood Services, the Assistant for the Preschool class is</span> <span style=\"font-size: 15px\">responsible for helping to plan and implement daily curriculum and activities as well as classroom management in support of the Preschool Lead Teacher. Assist in the development of daily schedules with learning outcomes and monitor children’s attendance, progress and communicate with parents. Follow safety guidelines while providing a safe and comfortable environment for the children. Offer quality customer service. Additional duties include but are not limited to, promoting the preschool program, room set up and regular cleaning, attending staff meetings and trainings, research and purchase of educational materials and supplies, and other duties as assigned. This is an at-will position.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline\"><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate or equivalent. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">An Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education is preferred, or relevant combination of training and experience.  </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Previous teaching experience required. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Must be friendly and creative with the desire to engage and educate children. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Must have strong communication skills in both verbal and written format to communicate effectively with staff, children, and parents and provide quality customer service. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Ability to maintain discretion with regard to confidential matters and/or information. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to act calmly and effectively under pressure or in difficult situations. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Solid computer and keyboard skills preferred. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task a plus. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Certification in First Aid and CPR is required but will be provided if not current.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">BENEFITS INCLUDE</span></span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Ackerman Sports &amp; Fitness Center and Sunset Pool Individual Membership while actively employed</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">(4) Free One-time Use Guest Passes for GEPD facilities (Ackerman/Holes &amp; Knolls/Sunset Pool)</span><br></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Competitive Wages and Paid Training</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Referral bonuses</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Recognition Incentives All Season</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Professional Development Opportunities </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\">Letter of Recommendation for college, internships, or future career opportunities</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><em>The Glen Ellyn Park District is a local governmental agency serving all residents of the Village of Glen Ellyn and portions of neighboring communities. It provides a wide range of recreational services, athletics, and leisure activities to its citizens, with opportunities for all ages and abilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our mission is to “foster diverse, community-based leisure opportunities through a harmonious blend of quality recreation programs, facilities and open space which will enhance the quality of life into the future.” We welcome you to apply to become a part of our great TEAM!</em></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif\"><em><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">Please include a resume and cover letter. For questions contact - Katy Speck at <a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">[email protected]</a> or (630) 942-7268.</span></em></span></p>",
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