The Baby U/ Preschool U Assistant Teacher is a part-time, non-exempt position in the Youth Department and reports to the Youth Services Assistant Manager. The primary purpose of the Baby U/ Preschool U Assistant Teacher is to provide a safe environment for children participating in the program. The primary responsibility is to provide a safe, positive and enjoyable environment for participants while interacting in a pleasant and professional manner. Baby U / Preschool U hours run Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with schedule availability either for AM (7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) or PM (12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.) shifts or some full-day shift options available. Some evenings and occasional weekends may be required for events/training.

We are primary looking for candidates who have availability from 12:00pm - 5:30pm

Job Duties

• Assists with program supervision and promotes activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child enrolled in the Baby-U/Preschool Program.
• Alertly and actively supervises the children and provides them with undivided attention.
• Treats children with dignity and respect and learns and utilizes children’s names.  
• Assists with the appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom and its learning centers.
• Conducts cleaning of the program areas, including but not limited to: light dusting, sanitizing toys, picking up games, organizing, etc.
• Keeps accurate and detailed records of attendance, individual learning and accident/incident reports.
• Attends preschool special events including, but not limited to, concerts, art night, graduation, etc.
• Participates in in-service trainings, staff meetings, or other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Maintains positive working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, parents and participants; promotes teamwork and supports overall goals of the Youth Department.
• Responds in a friendly and professional manner when working with children, co-workers, parents, patron inquiries, or complaints; consistently strives to follow through or exceed the expectations of RecPlex members and prospective customers.
• Maintains awareness of and follows program policies, guidelines, and safety procedures including, but not limited to, check in and check out procedures, fire, tornado, lock down, etc.
• Leads by example and adheres to all Village & Department policies and procedures, and Village codes and ordinances. 
• Performs other duties and special assignments as directed within the scope of the Youth Department.