Deadline: Open until filled.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Responsible for the organization, implementation, set up and instruction for children's activities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Minimum Bachelor's degree with at least two years' experience related to child care or child development required. Must have good communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Set up equipment and supplies for daily use.
2. Instruct and supervise participants.
3. Interact with children in various activities.
4. Maintain communication with participants and parents.
5. Obtain a list of medications, control and administer based on written consent.
6. Collect in-processing forms from parents.
7. Observe behavior, assess appropriateness, and apply behavior management techniques.
8. Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.
9. Follow the Wheaton Park District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
10. Proactively support the V.A.L.U.E.S. (integrity, fun, commitment, adaptability and growth, kindness, and service) on a daily basis.
11. Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.
Must have and maintain: CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Be a "Mandated Reporter" for the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: occasionally remain in a stationary position for long periods of time; occasionally move about the classroom and facility for long periods of time; occasionally position ones' self to assist children and move items such as toys, supplies, etc. weighing up to 10 lbs. and rarely up to 25 lbs.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently work in an indoor environment with moderate lighting and noise and rarely exposed to rain, snow, biting/stinging bugs and insects, and dirt.
SALARY
$15.00 per hour
Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V