Kid Zone Childcare Counselor - 26/27 school year

District 7 Kid Zone is seeking enthusiastic Childcare Counselors to work with children in grades PreK–5 in our before and after school program located at District 7 elementary schools. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working with school-age children through recreation, free play, and social activities.

For those taking college courses, we will work with your class schedule to accommodate shift availability.

Shifts:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6:15–9:00 AM and/or 3:15–6:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:15–9:00 AM and/or 2:30–6:00 PM
• Additional full-day shifts available on non-school days
• Opportunities for summer employment in our Summer Zone program and continued employment in future school years

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must successfully complete all required background checks in accordance with Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), including:
  • Illinois State Police and FBI fingerprint-based criminal history check
  • Illinois Sex Offender Registry
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System (CANTS)
• Employment is contingent upon receipt of full background check clearance
• Candidates are not permitted to begin work or have any contact with children until all required clearances have been received and approved
• Individuals who do not receive clearance are not eligible for employment
• Must provide evidence of physical fitness to perform assigned duties and freedom from communicable disease in accordance with Section 24-5 of the Illinois School Code within 30 days of employment
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Child and Adult CPR/First Aid/AED within 90 days of employment
• Must complete all required Illinois Department of Human Services training within 90 days of employment
• Must be available to work at any of the Kid Zone sites within the district as scheduled
• Previous experience working with children is preferred
• Must have availability for a minimum of five shifts per week

Responsibilities:

• Maintain supervision, safety, and well-being of children in a large group setting
• Follow direction and complete tasks assigned by supervisors
• Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Facilitate indoor and outdoor activities, including preparation and clean-up
• Ensure smooth and efficient transitions between activities
• Monitor children’s behavior, reinforce expectations, and address inappropriate behavior
• Complete required reports and documentation accurately and promptly
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of program areas and materials
• Follow all District 7 policies, procedures, and work rules
• Perform other duties as assigned

Professional Demeanor:

• Maintain respectful, professional communication with colleagues and supervisors
• Maintain positive, respectful communication with children and families
• Demonstrate strong work habits and professionalism, including:
  • Promptness and reliability
  • Positive attitude
  • Sound judgment
  • High-quality work
  • Flexibility and adaptability

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to speak, hear, see, write, walk, climb, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, twist, turn, push, pull, and reach (above head and below knees) on a regular and repetitive basis
• Ability to use hands for repetitive gripping, grasping, lifting, and manipulation of materials and equipment

Contingent upon Board Approval