Baker Station Site Leader - 2026-27 School Year

Job Summary – About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District’s safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded

Required: High school degree or GED required. Ability to assess situations and offer positive feedback. Experience and desire to work with school age children. Knowledge of positive leadership techniques, children’s activities and games, developmental learning progressions, and appropriate discipline techniques.  Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and Mandated Reporter certifications or obtain certifications within 30 days of hire.

Preferred: A minimum of one year in a leadership or child care role preferred. Pursuing undergraduate degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood, Recreation or related field is preferred.  Consistent, Monday-Friday, availability preferred.

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, and Recreation Supervisor – School Day Programs & Camps, and Before and After School Coordinator, the Baker Station Site Leader will shall complete their assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires knowledge and ability to:

• Possess and exhibit the desire to work with children grades K-5 and have the ability to interact with children in a positive manner.
• Follow-up on absentees by checking with the Supervisor and follow up with parents when needed.
• Lead activities occurring at Baker Station.
• Directly supervise the assigned Baker Station site(s), and oversee the daily activities and staff.
• Plan day-to-day activities including both gross and fine motor activities.
• Monitor and request supplies as needed.
• Work cooperatively with the office and staff of the individual schools, the general public, the on-site instructors, Fox Valley Special Recreation Association staff and Participants as a Park District employee.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Resolve problems and deal with individuals and situations in a respectful, positive, sensitive and mature manner.
• Work in typically unstructured settings and situations using a positive and enthusiastic attitude, imagination, and innovative techniques combined with solid leadership.
• Follow department protocols and Park District policies.
• Apply appropriate positive discipline techniques with children.
• Ensure the safety of all participants and staff by reporting information back to supervisor and following all Park District safety guidelines.
• Perform first aid and CPR and execute emergency procedures as necessary.
• Attend trainings as required.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Perform other related duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations.  The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:

• District Incentives
  • Paid Training
  • Discounts for Programs

Salary : $19 - $19