AHPD OVERVIEW

The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is one of the most noteworthy park districts in Illinois. Located 25 miles northwest from downtown Chicago, AHPD is the 3rd largest Park District in Cook County and the 12th largest in the State of Illinois. Since 1925, AHPD continues to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible, and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and every season. The District are stewards of five community centers with outdoor pools, two tennis clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Ridge Center, two public golf clubs and a driving range, Arlington Heights Historical Museum, Senior Center, 58 parks, 44 playgrounds, 22 miles of jogging and bike trails across 714 acres of land. AHPD is a three times National Gold Medal Award recipient for excellence in the field of parks and recreation management and an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency.

GENERAL PRESCHOOL INFORMATION

Arlington Heights Park District Preschool runs a popular half-day preschool program from September to May. Preschool is offered two days a week for 3 to 4-year-olds, three or five days a week for 4 to 5-year-olds as well as enrichment programs and family night special events. Preschool is conveniently located at four sites throughout the District.

JOB SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds? We're seeking a Lead Teacher to join our preschool team! You'll play a vital role in fostering the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of our preschoolers through our engaging learning-through-play curriculum. Your daily lesson plans will encourage individuality, build self-esteem, and celebrate each child's unique spark. This part-time position (up to 25 hours weekly) runs from mid-August to May, with some potential evening hours for special events. This position is IMRF Pension Eligible. 

 SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or closely related field or minimum of two-three years of experience in the early childhood education field. 
• CPR and AED certification
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions

The Arlington Heights Park District commits itself to diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a mutually respectful, multicultural, and equitable environment.